08 Jun 2025
Rise
A charismatic young boy who lives on a rubbish dump in Zimbabwe must convince a reclusive boxing coach to teach him to fight in order to find safety and strength in a world that has left him behind.
Killer McCoy
His NEW sensational Role!
Tommy McCoy grew up poor and scrappy. As a young man he discovers that he can fight with his powerful right arm. He becomes successful at boxing, however he has an alcoholic father.
Top Billed Cast
Mickey Rooney Tommy McCoy / Killer McCoy
Brian Donlevy Jim Caighn
Ann Blyth Sheila Carrson
James Dunn Brian McCoy
Tom Tully Cecil Y. Walsh
Sam Levene Happy
Walter Sande Bill Thorne
Mickey Knox Johnny Martin
James Bell Father Patrick Ryan
Gloria Holden Mrs. Laura McCoy
Bob Steele Sailor Graves
Frank Mayo Man at Bar (uncredited)
Milburn Stone Henchman (uncredited)
Shelley Winters Waitress / Autograph Hound (uncredited)
John George Man at Gym (uncredited)
Douglas Croft Danny Burns, Newsboy
Eve March Mrs. Martin
David Clarke Pete Mariola
June Storey Arlene
Eric Roberts Joe
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