The Set-Up
1949, English. Directed by Robert Wise.
I want a man … not a human punching bag!
Expecting the usual loss, a boxing manager takes bribes from a betting gangster without telling his fighter.
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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7.4/10 from 187 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Set-Up
The Set-Up is streaming on fuboTV in India.
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Details
- Released
- 29 March 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph Moncure March, Robert Wise, Art Cohn
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The Set-Up: quick answers
Is The Set-Up worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 187 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Set-Up?
The Set-Up runs 73 minutes (1h 13m).
Does The Set-Up have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Set-Up. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Set-Up parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Set-Up is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Set-Up on?
The Set-Up is streaming on fuboTV in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Set-Up?
If you liked The Set-Up, try Johnny O'Clock, Dark City, Framed.
Who directed The Set-Up?
The Set-Up (1949) was directed by Robert Wise and stars Robert Ryan, Audrey Totter, George Tobias.