The Knockout (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film
Released in 1925, The Knockout is a drama film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 80 minutes. “A GREAT STORY OF A NEW YORK PRIZEFIGHTER BATTLING GIANT LUMBERJACKS TO WIN A GIRL'S LOVE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Lambert Hillyer silent romantic love triangle boxing sports lumberjack logging melodrama about a world champion boxer who must retire due to an arm injury. He becomes a lumberjack, and becomes involved with the daughter of the owner, but rivals sabotage their operation, and the boxer has to return to the ring to save the owner from bankruptcy and win the hand of the daughter.
Who’s in it. The Knockout stars Milton Sills as Sandy Donlin, Lorna Duveen as Jean Farot, the daughter, John Kolb as Black Jack Ducane and John Kolb as Black Jack Ducane, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Knockout page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Knockout tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Knockout (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Knockout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Knockout?
- The Knockout stars Milton Sills, Lorna Duveen, John Kolb, John Kolb and Edward Lawrence.
- When was The Knockout released?
- The Knockout was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.