Ali(2001)
“Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.”
Overview
In 1964, a brash, new pro boxer, fresh from his Olympic gold medal victory, explodes onto the scene: Cassius Clay. Bold and outspoken, he cuts an entirely new image for African Americans in sport with his proud public self-confidence and his unapologetic belief that he is the greatest boxer of all time. Yet at the top of his game, both Ali's personal and professional lives face the ultimate test.
Director
Michael Mann
Studio
Columbia Pictures
Budget
$107M
Revenue
$88M
Cast
Will Smith
as Muhammad Ali / Cassius Clay
Jamie Foxx
as Drew 'Bundini' Brown
Jon Voight
as Howard Cosell
Mario Van Peebles
as Malcolm X
Ron Silver
as Angelo Dundee
Jeffrey Wright
as Howard Bingham
Mykelti Williamson
as Don King
Jada Pinkett Smith
as Sonji Roi
Nona Gaye
as Belinda Ali
Michael Michele
as Veronica Porche
Joe Morton
as Chauncey Eskridge
Paul Rodríguez
as Dr. Ferdie Pacheco
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2001
Runtime
2h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$107M
Box Office
$88M
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures • Initial Entertainment Group • Forward Pass
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ali?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Ali (2001).
What is Ali about?▼
In 1964, a brash, new pro boxer, fresh from his Olympic gold medal victory, explodes onto the scene: Cassius Clay. Bold and outspoken, he cuts an entirely new image for African Americans in sport with his proud public self-confidence and his unapologetic belief that he is the greatest boxer of all time. Yet at the top of his game, both Ali's personal and professional lives face the ultimate test.
Who directed Ali?▼
Ali was directed by Michael Mann and released in 2001. It is a drama film.
How long is Ali?▼
Ali has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
Who stars in Ali?▼
The cast of Ali includes Will Smith as Muhammad Ali / Cassius Clay, Jamie Foxx as Drew 'Bundini' Brown, Jon Voight as Howard Cosell, Mario Van Peebles as Malcolm X, Ron Silver as Angelo Dundee and more.
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