How long is Requiem for a Heavyweight?

Requiem for a Heavyweight is 1 hr 27 min long.

Who is Louis "Mountain" Rivera in Requiem for a Heavyweight?

Anthony Quinn plays Louis "Mountain" Rivera in the film.

What is Requiem for a Heavyweight about?

Fictional aging heavyweight Louis Mountain Rivera (Anthony Quinn) is felled by young Cassius Clay, the future Muhammad Ali, and finds his professional career over. His manipulative manager (Jackie Gleason) owes money on bets placed against Rivera, and convinces him to become a wrestler. Humiliated by the notion, Rivera examines the few options available in the afterglow of a boxing career. Rivera is broken and battered, but he continues to have the support of his trainer (Mickey Rooney).

Requiem for a Heavyweight

Name: Requiem for a Heavyweight
Duration: 87
Rating: 87

NR 1 hr 27 min

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How long is Requiem for a Heavyweight?: Requiem for a Heavyweight is 1 hr 27 min long.

Who directed Requiem for a Heavyweight?: Ralph Nelson

Who is Louis "Mountain" Rivera in Requiem for a Heavyweight?: Anthony Quinn plays Louis "Mountain" Rivera in the film.

What is Requiem for a Heavyweight about?: Fictional aging heavyweight Louis Mountain Rivera (Anthony Quinn) is felled by young Cassius Clay, the future Muhammad Ali, and finds his professional career over. His manipulative manager (Jackie Gleason) owes money on bets placed against Rivera, and convinces him to become a wrestler. Humiliated by the notion, Rivera examines the few options available in the afterglow of a boxing career. Rivera is broken and battered, but he continues to have the support of his trainer (Mickey Rooney).