The Set-Up
“The Set-Up,” directed by Robert Wise, is a gritty film noir that follows aging boxer Stoker Thompson as he prepares for what could be his last fight. Unbeknownst to him, his manager has made a deal for him to take a dive, setting the stage for a tense and dramatic showdown both inside and outside the ring.
Views: 49
Director: Robert Wise
Actors: Alan Baxter, Audrey Totter, Darryl Hickman, George Tobias, Hal Baylor, James Edwards, Kevin O'Morrison, Percy Helton, Robert Ryan, Wallace Ford
Country: United States of America
Company: RKO Radio Pictures
Awards: Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award, 2 wins & 2 nominations total
Duration:
1h 13minRelease: 1949
Release Date: 1949-03-29
IMDb: 7.8
TMDB: 7.3
Rotten Tomatoes: 85%
FilmAffinity: 7.6