The Champ
Billy used to be a great boxer, but he's settled into a hardscrabble life that revolves around drinking, training horses, and the one bright spot in his existence — his young son, T.J. Although Billy has had custody of T.J. since his wife, Annie, left the family years ago, her return prompts a new struggle for the former fighter. Determined to hold on to his son, Billy gets back into the ring to try and recapture his past success.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about The Champ
Where can I watch The Champ in the United States?
The Champ is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Champ for free?
The Champ streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Champ?
The Champ scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Champ?
The Champ stars Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway, Ricky Schroder, Jack Warden, and Arthur Hill. Franco Zeffirelli is the director.
How long is The Champ?
The Champ runs 2h 1m (121 minutes).
When did The Champ come out?
The Champ was released on July 7, 1979.
Which studio made The Champ?
The Champ was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Hialeah Park Studios in the United States.
How much did The Champ make at the box office?
The Champ grossed $30,441,738 worldwide.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.