At the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Matt HookingsJem Belcher | Jem Belcher |
 Ray WinstoneBill Warr | Bill Warr |
 Jodhi MayMary Belcher | Mary Belcher |
 Marton CsokasLord Rushworth | Lord Rushworth |
 Russell CroweJack Slack | Jack Slack |
 Steven BerkoffWalter | Walter |
 Julian GloverLord Ashford | Lord Ashford |
 Lucy MartinGilly Belcher | Gilly Belcher |
 Stanley MorganTom Belcher | Tom Belcher |
 Olivia CheneryLady Abigail | Lady Abigail |
| GGlen FoxPierce Egan | Pierce Egan |
| RRicky ChaplinHenry Pearce | Henry Pearce |
 Michael McKellFrank The Bomber | Frank The Bomber |
 Joe EganBig Joe | Big Joe |
 Noeleen ComiskeyViolet | Violet |