Knockout (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1989, Knockout is a drama film directed by Junji Sakamoto, running about 110 minutes. “Against all odds, a young man fights for his dream... and his life!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Japanese boxer stages a dramatic and dangerous comeback after suffering brain damage in the ring.
Who’s in it. Knockout stars Hidekazu Akai as Eiji Adachi, Haruko Sagara as Takako Kamoi, Akaji Maro as Daisuke Kamoi and Yoshio Harada as Makio Sajima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Knockout 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 Knockout page.
If you liked it. Fans of Knockout tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Knockout (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Knockout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Knockout worth watching?
- Knockout holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Knockout?
- Knockout stars Hidekazu Akai, Haruko Sagara, Akaji Maro, Yoshio Harada and Takeshi Yamato.
- When was Knockout released?
- Knockout was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.