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Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch

1949, English. Directed by Reginald Le Borg.

JOE'S PLAYING WITH DYNAMITE...IN A Streamlined PACKAGE! What thrills...when he tangles with international crooks...while a sultry beauty tries to wreck his romance!

Joe heads for South America to fight the Latin champ. Shipboard, he helps federal agents fight counterfeiters. He also spars with love interest Anne Howe.

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Runtime
1h 14m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
NR

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Released
14 August 1949
Country
United States of America
Written by
Henry Blankfort, Cy Endfield
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What Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is based on

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is based on Joe Palooka, a comics character by Ham Fisher.

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What should I watch before Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch?

Watch Joe Palooka in the Knockout (1947), Joe Palooka in Fighting Mad (1948), Joe Palooka in Winner Take All (1948), and Joe Palooka in the Big Fight (1949) first, plus 3 earlier titles listed on this page.

What comes after Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch?

Next in the series: Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey (1950), Joe Palooka in Humphrey Takes a Chance (1950), and Joe Palooka in the Squared Circle (1950).

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How long is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch?

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).

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Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch on?

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 August 1949. (Checked 13 November 2026.)

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If you liked Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch, try Shadow of the Thin Man, Song of the Thin Man, Another Thin Man.

Who directed Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch?

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch (1949) was directed by Reginald Le Borg and stars Leon Errol, Joe Kirkwood Jr., Elyse Knox.

What is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch based on?

Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is based on Joe Palooka, a comics character by Ham Fisher.

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