Dempsey

Plot Summary

Nominated for two primetime Emmy Awards in 1984, this made-for-TV movie follows the true story of American boxer Jack Dempsey, who became a media sensation in the 1920s as the world heavyweight champion. Based upon the book by Jack Dempsey and Barbara Piatelli Dempsey.

Top Cast

Treat Williams Jack Dempsey

Sam Waterston Doc Kearns

Sally Kellerman Maxine Cates

Victoria Tennant Estelle Taylor

Peter Mark Richman Tex Rickard