Ali (2001) movie poster

Ali (2001)

"Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 67% (RT: 69%, MC: 65) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
2h 37m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (1,839 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
69%
Metacritic
65
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
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 1,839 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 67%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Ali was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Ali is a 2001 drama film directed by Michael Mann. 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. The film has been rated by 1,839 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Ali delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Ali (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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