Body and Soul (1947)
Body and Soul is a 1947 drama movie directed by Robert Rossen, with a running time of 1h 44m. It stars John Garfield, Lilli Palmer and Hazel Brooks.
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.
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What is Body and Soul about?
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.
When was Body and Soul released?
Body and Soul was released on 11 November 1947.
How long is Body and Soul?
Body and Soul runs 1h 44m.
Who made Body and Soul?
Body and Soul was directed by Robert Rossen.
Where can I watch Body and Soul?
Body and Soul is available on Plex and The Roku Channel.
Where to watch Body and Soul
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Cast
- John Garfield as Charley Davis
- Lilli Palmer as Peg Born
- Hazel Brooks as Alice
- Anne Revere as Anna Davis
- William Conrad as Quinn
- Joseph Pevney as Shorty Polaski
- Lloyd Gough as Roberts
- Canada Lee as Ben Chaplin
- Larry Anzalone as Fighter Being Knocked Out (uncredited)
- Al Bain as Club Patron (uncredited)
- Steve Benton as Fight Spectator (uncredited)
- Eddie Borden as Fight Spectator (uncredited)
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