Maybe Errol Flynn was never the war hero that he often played, but he was a capable boxer, and Gentleman Jim makes full use of this skill. Flynn stars as Jim Corbett, the 19th-century American pugilist who introduced “scientific” methods to bare-knuckle boxing. Originally an office clerk, Corbett is introduced to the then-illegal sport of fighting when one of the bank executives sponsors the young man’s training at the Olympic Club. His arrogance wins Corbett a few enemies, including high-born lady Victoria Ware (Alexis Smith), whose dislike turns to casual affection when she realizes that Corbett is a sincere young fellow who can back up his boasts. What “Gentleman Jim” desires most in life is a match with reigning heavyweight champ John L. Sullivan (Ward Bond). Corbett and Sullivan finally meet in a bout governed by those new Marquis of Queensbury rules that Corbett has helped popularize. Twenty-one epoch-making rounds later, Corbett emerges victorious. At the victory celebration, Sullivan and Corbett graciously exchange mutual words of respect and affection. At this point, Corbett has totally won over the lovely Victoria — but hasn’t quite convinced his brawling brothers that “scientific” boxing is the wave of the future, and the film ends with a typical Raoul Walsh-directed battle royal. More faithful to the facts than most Errol Flynn biopics (but still with enough poetic license to drive historical purists up a wall), Gentleman Jim is broad, boisterous entertainment. Though it looks expensive, the film was made under Warner Bros.’ standard pinchpenny restrictions; if you look closely at that moored ship where Corbett has one of his first professional fights, you’ll notice that it’s a leftover set from the 1940 Errol Flynn swashbuckler The Sea Hawk., This is the biography of famed boxer James J. ‘Gentleman Jim’ Corbett, the colourful Irish-American fighter who became the first heavyweight champion of the world under the new Marquis of Queensberry rules., This fanciful documentary profiles 19th century boxer James L. Corbett, a memorable showman who rises through the ranks with his impressive footwork., Enjoyable biopic of the famed 19th century boxer James J Corbett, who became world heavyweight champion, starring Errol Flynn in the title role.
Q&A :
Q: Who are the main cast members in “Gentleman Jim ” ?
A: The main cast includes Errol Flynn,Alexis Smith,Jack Carson,John Loder,Alan Hale,William Frawley,Ward Bond,Madeleine LeBeau,Art Foster,Dorothy Vaughan,Rhys Williams,Minor Watson,Arthur Shields,James Flavin,Pat Flaherty,Wallis Clark,Marilyn Phillips,Edwin Stanley,Henry O’Hara,Harry Crocker,Frank Mayo,Carl Harbaugh,Fred Kelsey,Sammy Stein,Charles Wilson,Jean Del Val,William B. Davidson,Mike Mazurki,Frank Hagney,Wee Willie Davis,Wade Crosby,Lon McCallister,Georgia Caine,Wade Boteler,Frank S. Hagney,Mary Gordon,Emmett Vogan,Monte Blue,Milt Kibbee,William Hopper,Milton Kibbee,Hooper Atchley,Lester Dorr,Lee Phelps,Clara Blandick,Pat O’Malley,Ted Smith,Sid Hickox,Vincent Lawrence,Horace McCoy,Perc Westmore,Jack Killifer,Sidney Hickox,Milo Anderson.
Q: When Did the “Gentleman Jim” Released?
A: The Movie “Gentleman Jim” originally aired on 1942-11-25 and released in the year of 1942.
Q: What Languages are available to watch “Gentleman Jim” ?
A: Is also available in eng language.
Q: Where to watch “Gentleman Jim” ?
A: “Gentleman Jim” is Avaiable on Netflix. as its Netflix Originals.
