Plot — What is The Harder They Fall about?
Jobless sportswriter Eddie Willis is hired by corrupt fight promoter Nick Benko to promote his current protégé, an unknown Argentinian boxer named Toro Moreno. Although Moreno is a hulking giant, his chances for success are hampered by a powder-puff punch and a glass jaw. Exploiting Willis' reputation for integrity and standing in the boxing community, Benko arranges a series of fixed fights that propel the unsophisticated Moreno to #1 contender for the championship. The reigning champ, the sadistic Buddy Brannen, harbors resentment at the publicity Toro has been receiving and vows to viciously punish him in the ring. Eddie must now decide whether or not to tell the naive Toro the truth.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1956 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 109 min |
| Audience Score | 72% (7.2/10, 161 votes) |
The Harder They Fall — FAQ
Is The Harder They Fall worth watching? The Harder They Fall holds a 7.2/10 rating from 161 viewers. Jobless sportswriter Eddie Willis is hired by corrupt fight promoter Nick Benko to promote his current protégé, an unknown Argentinian boxer named Toro Moreno. Although Moreno is a hulking giant, his chances for success
Who directed The Harder They Fall? Directed by Mark Robson.
Who is in the cast of The Harder They Fall? It stars Humphrey Bogart, Rod Steiger, Jan Sterling, Mike Lane, Max Baer, Jersey Joe Walcott and more.
Where can I stream The Harder They Fall? You can stream The Harder They Fall on YouTube TV. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Harder They Fall release? It released in 1956.
