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Muhammad Ali

2021·Show
4Episodes in1Season·TV-14
84
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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7
  • Violence7

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Sports, a real life story, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth10
  • Acting9
  • Complexity9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

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About

Bigger than boxing. Larger than life.

Muhammad Ali brings to life the iconic heavyweight boxing champion who became an inspiration to people everywhere.
Biographical DocumentaryBoxing LegendSocial ActivismCivil Rights MovementHistorical ContextPolitical TurmoilCharacter StudyInspirational Figure

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Where can I stream Muhammad Ali legally?

Muhammad Ali is included with a subscription to Thirteen and WETA+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and KQED. 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 Muhammad Ali worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.6, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Muhammad Ali rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Muhammad Ali have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes of about 120 minutes each.

Is Muhammad 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 Muhammad Ali?

Critics94
Audiences74

Not quite. Critics rate Muhammad Ali higher (94) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Muhammad Ali air?

It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Muhammad Ali in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Muhammad Ali?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Muhammad Ali in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.