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Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story (2005): Cast

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Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story is a 2005 documentary directed by John Preston and Brian Gillogly, starring James J. Braddock. It runs 49 minutes.

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Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story (2005) movie poster
Released
Runtime
49 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story About?

The premise of Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story without spoilers.

The film chronicles boxer Jim Braddock’s rise from a hard‑knocks upbringing to clinching the World Heavyweight Championship, cementing his status as a Depression‑era hero. Using rare archival footage, it follows his family life, landmark bouts and eventual retirement, complemented by interviews with celebrated fighters, commentators, referees and historians who illuminate his remarkable underdog journey.

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Cast & crew

Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story Cast

James J. Braddock stars in Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story. Directed by John Preston and Brian Gillogly.

From the directors

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More films directed by John Preston and Brian Gillogly: Seance and Psycho Skate.

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Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story?

Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story runs 49 minutes.

When was Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story released?

Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story was released on May 17, 2005.

Who directed Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story?

Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story was directed by John Preston and Brian Gillogly.

More films by John Preston

Who is in the cast of Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story?

Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story stars James J. Braddock.

Does Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story have a post-credit scene?

No. Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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