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Tyson

2008·Movie
1h 30min·R
IMDb7.4Metacritic837.5

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Tyson fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and sports

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

The man. The legend. The truth.

Director James Toback takes an unflinching, uncompromising look at the life of Mike Tyson--almost solely from the perspective of the man himself. TYSON alternates between the controversial boxer addressing the camera and shots of the champion's fights to create an arresting picture of the man.
Mike TysonDocumentaryBoxingControversial FigurePersonal ReflectionUnflinchingBiographicalSocial Commentary

Crew

Directed by:
James Toback
Written by:
James Toback
Produced by:
Mike Tyson, James Toback, Bob Yari

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Tyson

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Tyson legally?

The RokuTubi TVHowdyAmazon MX Player

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV and Amazon MX Player. 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 Tyson worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tyson rated?

RStrong languageViolenceDrug use

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

How long is Tyson?

1 h 30 min

Tyson runs 1 h 30 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
Audiences75

Not quite. Critics rate Tyson higher (83) than audiences (75). 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?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tyson in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tyson use?

Oh, Crap!Shotgun WeddingDowner EndingTraining MontageSteel EardrumsTitle DropKarma HoudiniDark and Troubled PastSo Proud of YouEvil MentorFemme FataleBiopicand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Tyson, including Oh, Crap!, Shotgun Wedding, Downer Ending.