Cinderella Man (2005)

Based on the life of boxer James J. Braddock, who comes from the depths of the great depression to contend for the heavyweight title.

Russell Crowe (Braddock) leads a solid cast that includes Paul Giamatti as Joe Gould, Braddock’s best friend and manager, who guides Braddock through the heavyweight ranks and eventually to a shot at heavyweight champion Max Baer.