Champion (1949): Mark Robson’s Oscar-Nominated Boxing Melodrama, Starring Kirk Douglas

Produced by Stanley Kramer, and directed by Mark Robson, “Champion” is the boxing movie that catapulted Kirk Douglas, in his first Oscar nomination, to major stardom.

Oscar Movies: Spartacus (1960)–Nominations, Awards, Memorable Moments

Kubrick's “Spartacus,” starring Kirk Douglas, was nominated for six Oscars, winning four, including Supporting Actor for Peter Ustinov and Cinematography (color) for Russell Metty.