James J. Braddock
Acting
Biography
No biography available for James J. Braddock.
Born: June 7, 1905
Place of Birth: New York, New York, U.S
Known For
Cinderella Man: The James J. Braddock Story
This is the real story of James J. Braddock - the undersized prizefighter who made an improbable run at the heavyweight title during the dark days of the depression and raised the spirits of an entire nation. This documentary is based on the bestselling book by ESPN's Jeremy Schaap.
Cinderella Man: The Real Jim Braddock Story
Boxer Jim Braddock clawed his way up from a hard-knocks life to win the Heavyweight Champion of the World title and became an inspiring hero of the Depression Era, as revealed in this biographical documentary. From his family life to his most famous fights and inevitable retirement, Braddock's amazing underdog story is told through rare footage and interviews with famous boxers, sports commentators, referees and historians.