F.I.S.T.

F.I.S.T. follows Johnny Kovak, portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, who starts as a truck driver in the 1930s and becomes deeply involved in the Teamsters trade union. His relentless climb to power involves increasingly ruthless tactics, ultimately attracting the scrutiny of Senator Andrew Madison, played by Rod Steiger, who investigates the union's connections with organized crime.

Trivia:
1. The film's story drew inspiration from the real-life labor leader Jimmy Hoffa, and Sylvester Stallone extensively researched union dynamics to bring authenticity to his role.
2. Rod Steiger improvised some of his Senate hearing scenes, adding a raw and intense undertone to the political investigation sequences.
3. During production, real union members were consulted and involved as extras, which added realism but also presented challenges in managing the on-set dynamics.

Main Cast of F.I.S.T.

Crew of F.I.S.T.