Body and Soul
1947, English. Directed by Robert Rossen.
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Charley Davis, against the wishes of his mother, becomes a boxer. As he becomes more successful the fighter becomes surrounded by shady characters, including an unethical promoter named Roberts, who tempt the man with a number of vices. Charley finds himself faced with increasingly difficult choices.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 121 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Body and Soul
Body and Soul isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert RossenDirector
- John GarfieldCharley Davis
- Lilli PalmerPeg Born
- Hazel BrooksAlice
- Anne RevereAnna Davis
- William ConradQuinn
- Joseph PevneyShorty Polaski
- Lloyd GoughRoberts
- Canada LeeBen Chaplin
- Larry AnzaloneFighter Being Knocked Out (uncredited)
- Al BainClub Patron (uncredited)
- Steve BentonFight Spectator (uncredited)
- Eddie BordenFight Spectator (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 11 November 1947
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Abraham Polonsky
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Body and Soul: quick answers
Is Body and Soul worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 121 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Body and Soul?
Body and Soul runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Body and Soul have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Body and Soul. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Body and Soul parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Body and Soul is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Body and Soul on?
Body and Soul isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Body and Soul?
If you liked Body and Soul, try The Set-Up, Champion, Force of Evil.
Who directed Body and Soul?
Body and Soul (1947) was directed by Robert Rossen and stars John Garfield, Lilli Palmer, Hazel Brooks.