Champion

Overview
Cast & Crew
Production House
The Plot

This biopic tells the true story of Korean boxer Kim Deuk-gu. Born into poverty, Kim used boxing to free himself from his bleak surroundings, eventually becoming the world's top lightweight. Tragically, Kim's life was cut short when he died from a blood clot in his brain during a championship fight with Ray Boom Boom Mancini.

Run Time

1h 55m

Original Title

챔피언

Genre

Drama

Country

South Korea

Language

Korean

Official Release Date

June 28, 2002

Available Via

Theatrical Release

Cowell
Zininsa Film Production
Korea Pictures
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