The Joe Louis Story
Movie
1953
1 HOUR 28 MINS
Biography
Historical drama
A sportswriter recounts the life and career of the legendary African-American boxer as he rises from humble beginnings to become one of the world’s most renowned heavyweight champions.
Cast & Crew
Coley Wallace Joe Louis
Paul Stewart Tad McGeehan
Hilda Simms Marva Trotter Louis
James Edwards Jack "Chappie" Blackburn
John Marley Mannie Seamon
Dots Johnson Julian Black
Evelyn Ellis Mrs. Barrows
Carl Rocky Latimer Arthur Pine
John Marriott Sam Langford
P. Jay Sidney John Roxborough
Royal Beal Mike Jacobs
Robert Gordon Director
Stirling Silliphant Producer
⨁Full Cast & Crew
Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Thursday, April 3
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
Thursday, April 3
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
Friday, April 4
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
Sunday, April 13
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
Monday, April 14
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
Monday, April 14
Sportswriter (Paul Stewart) recalls the boxer's (Coley Wallace) career.
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