Tyson

1995·Movie
1h 50min·NR
70
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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

A real life story, sports, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

The story of Mike Tyson. From his early days as a 12 year old amateur with a powerful punch, to the undisputed title of "Heavyweight Champion of the World", and ultimately to his conviction for rape. The story of his turbulent life moves quickly, never focusing for long on anything in particular.
Biographical DramaBoxing LegendControversial FigureSports HistoryRise and FallTurbulent LifeSocial IssuesFast-Paced Narrative

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Questions about Tyson

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Where can I stream Tyson legally?

Tyson is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tyson worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tyson rated?

NRViolenceStrong languageSexual content

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.

How long is Tyson?

1 h 50 min

Tyson runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Tyson based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tyson?

Critics83
Audiences56

Not quite. Critics rate Tyson higher (83) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Tyson in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tyson?

70AEAGARATAUBABBBEBGBHBOBRBSBZ+56

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tyson in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tyson use?

Tragic HeroForeshadowingLarge HamToxic Friend InfluenceDark and Troubled PastAuto EroticaA Minor KidroductionAnachronism StewKarma HoudiniFemme FataleTitle DropOh, Crap!and 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Tyson, including Tragic Hero, Foreshadowing, Large Ham.

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