1979 · Movie · 1h 52m · PG

The Main Event

Name: The Main Event
Director: Howard Zieff
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1979
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, Paul Sand, Whitman Mayo, Patti D'Arbanville

45Critics

5.7Audience

My take

A gritty, high-stakes boxing drama that puts you in the ring with raw passion and determination. Arlo would dig how this film captures the grind and heart of an underdog fighter clawing toward redemption, delivered with 70s authenticity and emotional weight.

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Cast

Barbra StreisandRyan O'NealPaul SandWhitman MayoPatti D'ArbanvilleChu Chu MalaveRichard LawsonJames Gregory

Director

Howard Zieff

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