Muhammad Ali

Documentary 2021

Available on NRK TV

Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the best-known and most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who insisted on being himself unconditionally and became an inspiration to people everywhere.

Documentary 2021

A

EPISODE 1

Round One: The Greatest

Boxer Cassius Clay rises from the amateur ranks to win gold at the 1960 Olympics and become a contender for the heavyweight championship title.

52 min · 17 Jan 2022 A
EPISODE 2

Round Two: What's My Name?

Cassius Clay joins the Nation of Islam and takes on the name Muhammad Ali; when he refuses induction into the U.S. Army, he loses his title and is forced into exile.

10 min · 24 Jan 2022 A
EPISODE 3

Round Three: The Rivalry

After his return from exile, Muhammad Ali battles Joe Frazier and the U.S. government as he attempts to regain the heavyweight title.

10 min · 31 Jan 2022 A
EPISODE 4

Round Four: The Spell Remains

Muhammad Ali defeats George Foreman, winning back the heavyweight title; after retiring in 1981, he travels the world as a symbol of peace and hope.

45 min · 7 Feb 2022 A

Ken Burns

Director
Sarah Burns

Writer
David McMahon

Writer

About

Muhammad Ali

DOCUMENTARY

Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the best-known and most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who insisted on being himself unconditionally and became an inspiration to people everywhere.

Information

Studio: PBS
Released: 2021
Rated: A

Languages

Original Audio: English
Audio and Subtitles