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Cinderella Man
2005 · 2h 24m · Romance, Drama, History
IMDb
8.0
Metacritic
69
RT
80%
YES. This is a genuinely stirring underdog story with Russell Crowe at his best, directed by Ron Howard—a proven crowd-pleaser that hits all the emotional beats of great sports drama. It's the kind of film that actually deserves a night on your couch, especially if you're in the mood for something uplifting and well-crafted.
Plot
The true story of boxer Jim Braddock who, following his retirement in the 1930s, makes a surprise comeback in order to lift his family out of poverty.
Director: Ron Howard
Cast: Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig Bierko, Paddy Considine
