The Champ

The Champ

The knockout picture of the year!

NR 1931 · 86 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama, Family

A broken-down alcoholic prizefighter struggles to keep custody of his adoring son.

Directed by King Vidor · Written by Frances Marion

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