Charlie Davis, an ambitious small-town boxer with dreams of making it as a professional, travels to Reno with his unwavering friend Tiny. On his climb to the top, he loses himself and the people he cares for most.

Ray Mancini
as Charlie Davis

Michael Chiklis
as Tiny O'Toole

Jennifer Beals
as Gina

Rod Steiger
as Johnny Ticotin

Joe Mantegna
as Alex Dumas

Tahnee Welch
as Felice Gillian

T.J. Castronovo
as Gene Davis

Nance Robbins
as Mary Davis

Barry Kivel
as Willie

Brad Kaaya
as Mustafa