(1962)Directed by Ralph Nelson95 minDrama

“The world of Mountain Riviera... the fast buck... the angry men... the lonely woman!”

After suffering a brutal defeat and being told he can no longer fight, 37-year-old, scar-ridden prizefighter Louis 'Mountain' Rivera struggles to find a new direction in life.

Anthony Quinnas Lewis 'Mountain' Rivera

Jackie Gleasonas Maish Rennick

Mickey Rooneyas Army

Julie Harrisas Grace Miller

Stanley Adamsas Perelli (as Stan Adams)

Madame Spivyas Ma Greeny

Val Averyas Young fighter's promoter

Herbie Fayeas Charlie, the Bartender

Jack Dempseyas Himself

Muhammad Alias Himself (as Cassius Clay)

Lou Gilbertas Dr. Gilbert

Michael Conradas Ma Greeny's Thug

Rory Calhounas Himself

Barney Ross

Willie Pep

Steve Belloiseas Hotel Desk Clerk

Abe Simon

SR Stan Ross

J.J. Ballargeon

Paolo Rosi

Alex Miteff

Gus Lesnevich

Al Bainas Police Officer (uncredited)

William Calhounas Self - Rivera's wrestling opponent (uncredited)

Requiem for a Heavyweight