Dempsey (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1983, Dempsey is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Gus Trikonis, running about 112 minutes. “American. Champion. Legend.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nominated for two primetime Emmy Awards in 1984, this made-for-TV movie follows the true story of American boxer Jack Dempsey, who became a media sensation in the 1920s as the world heavyweight champion. Based upon the book by Jack Dempsey and Barbara Piatelli Dempsey.
Who’s in it. Dempsey stars Treat Williams as Jack Dempsey, Sam Waterston as Doc Kearns, Sally Kellerman as Maxine Cates and Victoria Tennant as Estelle Taylor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dempsey 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 Dempsey page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dempsey tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dempsey (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dempsey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dempsey worth watching?
- Dempsey holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dempsey?
- Dempsey stars Treat Williams, Sam Waterston, Sally Kellerman, Victoria Tennant and Peter Mark Richman.
- When was Dempsey released?
- Dempsey was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.