"The Set Up" is a 1949 film directed by Robert Wise, based on a poem by Joseph Moncure March. The story follows an aging boxer named Stoker Thompson, played by Robert Ryan, who is unaware that his manager has fixed his next fight against a younger opponent. Set in real-time, the film captures the tension and desperation of Stoker's situation as he fights for dignity and survival in the ring. The narrative explores themes of betrayal, ambition, and the harsh realities of the boxing world, making it a notable entry in the film noir genre.