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The Prize Fighter (1979)

4.819791h 39mEN
ComedyCrimeFamily

Directed by Michael Preece

Rating

4.8/10

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

EN

Release

November 2, 1979

Director

Michael Preece

Overview

"Bags" the boxer (Tim Conway) and his manager, Shake (Don Knotts), are quite a pair: One is a dim bulb, and the other has a mean streak. Times are tough and they must save their gym, so they line up some money making fights. But when Bags and Shake discover that the bouts have been rigged, they end ...

Cast

Don Knotts

Don Knotts

Shake

Tim Conway

Tim Conway

Bags

David Wayne

David Wayne

Pop Morgan

Cisse Cameron

Cisse Cameron

Polly

Robin Clarke

Robin Clarke

Mike

Holly Conover

Holly Conover

Judy

Alfred E. Covington

Alfred E. Covington

Ring Announcer

Bill Crabb

Bill Crabb

Turk

Kenneth Daniel

Kenneth Daniel

Stubby

Mike DeFabis

Mike DeFabis

Referee #2

Joe Dorsey

Joe Dorsey

Stranger

J. Don Ferguson

J. Don Ferguson

Referee #1

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Prize Fighter (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

"Bags" the boxer (Tim Conway) and his manager, Shake (Don Knotts), are quite a pair: One is a dim bulb, and the other has a mean streak. Times are tough and they must save their gym, so they line up some money making fights. But when Bags and Shake discover that the bouts have been rigged, they end up with their backs to the wall and must fight back -- literally.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Prize Fighter. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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