What is the duration of Requiem for a Heavyweight?

The duration of Requiem for a Heavyweight is 85 mins.

What is the original language of Requiem for a Heavyweight?

The original language of Requiem for a Heavyweight is English.

Who directed Requiem for a Heavyweight?

Requiem for a Heavyweight was directed by .

Which studio made Requiem for a Heavyweight?

Requiem for a Heavyweight was produced by Columbia Pictures.

Requiem for a Heavyweight 1962

Q: Does Requiem for a Heavyweight have end credit scenes?

Requiem for a Heavyweight does not have end credit scenes.

Drama

Runtime

85 mins

Language

English

Veteran heavyweight near‑champion Mountain Rivera finds himself washed up, forced to rely on prizefighting alone. Pressured by gangsters after defaulting on a gambling debt, his scheming manager Maish Rennick pushes a sham wrestling bout to earn fast cash. Both Maish and Rivera’s loyal trainer, Army, protest the degrading plan, leaving the disillusioned boxer to wonder if any honorable path remains.

Columbia Pictures

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Does Requiem for a Heavyweight have end credit scenes?

No!

Requiem for a Heavyweight does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Requiem for a Heavyweight

Explore the complete cast of Requiem for a Heavyweight, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

Mickey Rooney

Army

Jackie Gleason

Maish Rennick

Anthony Quinn

Lewis 'Mountain' Rivera

Muhammad Ali

Himself (as Cassius Clay)

Julie Harris

Grace Miller

Rory Calhoun

Himself

Michael Conrad

Ma Greeny's Thug

Ralph Nelson

Stanley Adams

Perelli (as Stan Adams)

Val Avery

Young fighter's promoter

Lou Gilbert

Dr. Gilbert

Stan Ross

William Calhoun

Self - Rivera's wrestling opponent (uncredited)

Angelo Rossitto

Midget Wrestler Outside Wrestling Ring (uncredited)

Herbie Faye

Charlie, the Bartender

Jack Dempsey

Himself

David Susskind

Self - Trailor Narrator (uncredited)

Sig Frohlich

Diner Patron (uncredited)

Al Bain

Police Officer (uncredited)

John Indrisano

Barfly Watching TV (uncredited)

Steve Belloise

Hotel Desk Clerk

Madame Spivy

Ma Greeny

Barney Ross

Willie Pep

Abe Simon

J.J. Ballargeon

Paolo Rosi

Alex Miteff

Gus Lesnevich

Nancy Cushman

Woman on Elevator (uncredited)

Arthur M. Mercante

Referee (uncredited)

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