Requiem for a Heavyweight
1962, English. Directed by Ralph Nelson.
The world of Mountain Riviera... the fast buck... the angry men... the lonely woman!
After suffering a brutal defeat and being told he can no longer fight, 37-year-old, scar-ridden prizefighter Louis 'Mountain' Rivera struggles to find a new direction in life.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Ralph NelsonDirector
- Anthony QuinnLewis 'Mountain' Rivera
- Jackie GleasonMaish Rennick
- Mickey RooneyArmy
- Julie HarrisGrace Miller
- Stanley AdamsPerelli (as Stan Adams)
- Madame SpivyMa Greeny
- Val AveryYoung fighter's promoter
- Herbie FayeCharlie, the Bartender
- Jack DempseyHimself
- Muhammad AliHimself (as Cassius Clay)
- Lou GilbertDr. Gilbert
- Michael ConradMa Greeny's Thug
Details
- Released
- 16 October 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Rod Serling
- Budget
- $1.1M
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What Requiem for a Heavyweight is based on
Requiem for a Heavyweight is based on Requiem for a Heavyweight, a television series episode.
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Requiem for a Heavyweight
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Requiem for a Heavyweight: quick answers
Is Requiem for a Heavyweight worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Requiem for a Heavyweight?
Requiem for a Heavyweight runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Requiem for a Heavyweight have a post-credits scene?
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Requiem for a Heavyweight parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Requiem for a Heavyweight on?
Requiem for a Heavyweight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Requiem for a Heavyweight?
If you liked Requiem for a Heavyweight, try Fat City, The Harder They Fall, The Cincinnati Kid.
Who directed Requiem for a Heavyweight?
Requiem for a Heavyweight (1962) was directed by Ralph Nelson and stars Anthony Quinn, Jackie Gleason, Mickey Rooney.
What is Requiem for a Heavyweight based on?
Requiem for a Heavyweight is based on Requiem for a Heavyweight, a television series episode.