This biopic tells the true story of Korean boxer Kim Deuk-gu. Born into poverty, Kim used boxing to free himself from his bleak surroundings, eventually becoming the world's top lightweight. Tragically, Kim's life was cut short when he died from a blood clot in his brain during a championship fight with Ray Boom Boom Mancini.
| Release Date | June 28, 2002 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | 챔피언 | |
| Runtime | 1h 55min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | Korean | |
| Original Language | Korean | |
| Production Countries | South Korea | |
| Production Companies | CowellZininsa Film ProductionKorea Pictures | |