Who is Billy 'Shiner' Simpson in Shiner?

Michael Caine plays Billy 'Shiner' Simpson in the film.

What is Shiner about?

OPENS 2002 - Michael Caine stars as Billy 'Shiner' Simpson, a small time boxing promoter with big ideas. In a crucial match which could lead to a place in the world title fight, Billy pits his only son Eddie 'Golden Boy' (Marsden) against Frank Spedding's (Landau) American champion Michael 'Mikey' Peck (Derrick Harmon). Simpson and his daughters', Georgie (Frances Barber) and Ruth (Claire Rushbrook), financial future rest on the outcome of the fight, so when Golden Boy is defeated, Simpson's world disintegrates.

Shiner

Name: Shiner
Genre: Drama
Released: 2002-01-01
Duration: 99
Rating: 31

NR 1 hr 39 min

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Shiner?: Shiner is 1 hr 39 min long.

Who directed Shiner?: John Irvin

Who is Billy 'Shiner' Simpson in Shiner?: Michael Caine plays Billy 'Shiner' Simpson in the film.

What is Shiner about?: OPENS 2002 - Michael Caine stars as Billy 'Shiner' Simpson, a small time boxing promoter with big ideas. In a crucial match which could lead to a place in the world title fight, Billy pits his only son Eddie 'Golden Boy' (Marsden) against Frank Spedding's (Landau) American champion Michael 'Mikey' Peck (Derrick Harmon). Simpson and his daughters', Georgie (Frances Barber) and Ruth (Claire Rushbrook), financial future rest on the outcome of the fight, so when Golden Boy is defeated, Simpson's world disintegrates.