Overview

José Manuel Ibar, Urtain, was a unique case in world boxing. Franco was looking for an idol for this sport and found a champion of stone lifting in Basque Country, who had never considered stepping into a ring. He became a myth and the most popular Spanish athlete of the seventies, but after leaving boxing, that good man lost everything. Alcoholic, ruined and forgotten, he ended up jumping into the void from his tenth floor apartment in Madrid. From heaven to hell the boxing ring.

Cast

José Manuel Urtain, Cándido Ibar, Vanessa Ibar, Marisa García, Alfredo Relaño, Jaime Ugarte, Alfredo Evangelista

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Frequently asked

What is "Urtain, el ídolo de barro" about?

José Manuel Ibar, Urtain, was a unique case in world boxing. Franco was looking for an idol for this sport and found a champion of stone lifting in Basque Country, who had never considered stepping into a ring. He became a myth and the most popular Spanish athlete of the seventies, but after leaving boxing, that good man lost everything. Alcoholic, ruined and forgotten, he ended up jumping into the void from his tenth floor apartment in Madrid. From heaven to hell the boxing ring.

When was "Urtain, el ídolo de barro" released?

Urtain, el ídolo de barro was released in 2025.

Who stars in "Urtain, el ídolo de barro"?

The cast includes José Manuel Urtain, Cándido Ibar, Vanessa Ibar, Marisa García.