Champion(2005)
This is his story.
Champion Synopsis
Danny Trejo, you know the man. He has fierce tattoos, and frequently plays a thug in your favorite movies. Behind the ink and the wicked characters he plays on screen lies the story of a troubled childhood which included drug addiction, armed robbery and extensive prison time. Champion offers an intimate, one of a kind view into the life of Danny Trejo before he turned himself around and after.
Champion (2005) is a documentary film directed by Joe Eckardt, released on March 12, 2005 with a runtime of 1h 21m. It stars Danny Trejo, Dennis Hopper, Robert Rodriguez and Steve Buscemi. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 14 ratings.
- Director:
- Joe Eckardt
- Writers:
- Cecily Gambrell
- Production:
- The Film Emporium
- Status:
- Released
Champion Cast & Crew
Main cast
Danny Trejo
as Self
Dennis Hopper
as Self
Robert Rodriguez
as Self
Steve Buscemi
as Self
Antonio Banderas
as Self
Val Kilmer
as Self
Edward Bunker
as Self
- Cecily Gambrell
Cecily Gambrell
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Joe Eckardt, written by Cecily Gambrell.
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Champion Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 14 ratings.
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Champion – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Champion online?
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Champion (2005) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Champion?
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The main cast of Champion (2005) includes Danny Trejo, Dennis Hopper, Robert Rodriguez, Steve Buscemi and Antonio Banderas. The film was directed by Joe Eckardt. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Champion released?
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Champion was released on March 12, 2005 and runs for 1h 21m.
Is Champion worth watching?
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Champion (2005) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 14 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.