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Ali

2001·Movie
2h 37min·R
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Metacritic656.7Rotten Tomatoes69%65%

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Good for date night · friends night · teens

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About

Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.

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.
Biographical DramaSports EpicIconic PerformanceSocial CommentaryHistorical Period PieceInspiring JourneyCharacter StudyBoxing FilmAmerican History

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Mann, Jody Spilkoman
Written by:
Michael Mann, Eric Roth, Gregory Allen Howard
Produced by:
Michael Mann, Graham King, Kevin De La Noy
Composed by:
Anna Behlmer, Andy Nelson, Lisa Gerrard

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Ali

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ali legally?

NetflixfuboTVPhilo

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

Is Ali worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 69%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ali rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Ali?

2 h 37 min

Ali runs 2 h 37 min.

Will Ali make me laugh?

A touch

Not really. Humor is rare. The humor is mostly sharp wit.

Is Ali plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and dialogue centrality more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch Ali?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes. It's easy to follow.

Is Ali good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance plays a supporting part.

Will Ali scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching Ali?

BleakHopeful

Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.

Is Ali based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Ali?

Critics67
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Ali much the same way.

Was Ali a box office hit?

Budget$107 million
Box office$88 million

No. It cost about $107 million to make and earned $88 million worldwide, 82% of its budget.

What language is Ali in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Ghana, Mozambique, South Africa.

In how many countries can I watch Ali?

58AEARATAUBEBOBRCACHCLCOCUCZDE+44

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ali in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ali use?

A Minor KidroductionThe Pirates Who Don't Do AnythingHistorical Hero UpgradeActually, That's My AssistantTeam Power WalkPrecision F-StrikeTraining MontageDo Not Call Me "Paul"ForeshadowingThunder Equals DownpourBig "WHAT?!"Aborted Arcand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Ali, including A Minor Kidroduction, The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything, Historical Hero Upgrade.