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Champion (2005)

Movie ★ 6.6 81 min

Documentary

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.

Joe Eckardt Director Cecily Gambrell Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 12, 2005
Runtime
81 min
IMDb
tt0449472
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
The Film Emporium

Themes

Cast

Danny Trejo Danny Trejo Self Dennis Hopper Dennis Hopper Self Robert Rodriguez Robert Rodriguez Self Steve Buscemi Steve Buscemi Self Antonio Banderas Antonio Banderas Self Val Kilmer Val Kilmer Self Edward Bunker Edward Bunker Self Cecily Gambrell Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Champion about?
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.
Who directed Champion?
Champion was directed by Joe Eckardt.
Who stars in Champion?
Champion stars Danny Trejo, Dennis Hopper, Robert Rodriguez, Steve Buscemi.
When was Champion released?
Champion is a 2005 documentary film.
Where can I watch Champion?
You can watch Champion with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.