The Boxer and Death (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1963, The Boxer and Death is a drama and war film directed by Peter Solan, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Concentration camp commander Kraft finds out that prisoner Kominek is a former professional boxer. Overnight, the prisoner is made Kraft's exercise partner and unwillingly rises to a privileged position at the camp. His anger over the death of his friend and co-prisoner leads to open revolt. The film brings a new view of human degradation during fascism by a tragic story of one man whose only chance for survival is to accept the rules of an unequal game.
Who’s in it. The Boxer and Death stars Valentina Thielová as Helga, Manfred Krug as Kraft, Józef Kondrat as Venzlak and Edwin Marian as Willi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Boxer and Death has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boxer and Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boxer and Death tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boxer and Death (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boxer and Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boxer and Death worth watching?
- The Boxer and Death holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Boxer and Death?
- The Boxer and Death stars Valentina Thielová, Manfred Krug, Józef Kondrat, Edwin Marian and Gerhard Rachold.
- When was The Boxer and Death released?
- The Boxer and Death was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.