Requiem for a Heavyweight (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1956, Requiem for a Heavyweight is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ralph Nelson, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. An over-the-hill heavyweight boxing champion who suffers from the ravages of years of head trauma is exploited by his manager, despite the efforts of a compassionate young woman who tries to help him recover his self-respect.
Who’s in it. Requiem for a Heavyweight stars Jack Palance as Harlan 'Mountain' McClintock, Keenan Wynn as Maish Rennick, Kim Hunter as Grace Carney and Ed Wynn as Army, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Requiem for a Heavyweight has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Requiem for a Heavyweight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Requiem for a Heavyweight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Requiem for a Heavyweight (1956)?
- In US, Requiem for a Heavyweight is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Requiem for a Heavyweight worth watching?
- Requiem for a Heavyweight holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Requiem for a Heavyweight?
- Requiem for a Heavyweight stars Jack Palance, Keenan Wynn, Kim Hunter, Ed Wynn and Max Baer.
- When was Requiem for a Heavyweight released?
- Requiem for a Heavyweight was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.