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1. 30 for 30 (2009– )
TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A collection of documentary films focused on sports.
Stars: Brent Musburger, Chuck D, Larry Bird, William C. Rhoden
Votes: 5,542
2. Biography (1987– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The life stories of various historical figures and celebrities are told.
Stars: Jack Perkins, Peter Graves, Harry Smith, Robert J. Thompson
Votes: 2,087
3. Muhammad Ali (2021)
445 min | Documentary, Biography, History
An in-depth look at the life of boxer, Muhammad Ali, including his years as an activist and philanthropist.
Stars: Gerald Early, Todd Boyd, Salim Muwakkil, Jerry Izenberg
Votes: 1,363
4. Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali (2021)
PG-13 | 95 min | Documentary, Biography, History
From a chance meeting to a tragic fallout, Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali's extraordinary bond cracks under the weight of distrust and shifting ideals.
Director: Marcus A. Clarke | Stars: Ilyasah Shabazz, Rahman Ali, Cornel West, Todd Boyd
Votes: 1,208
5. Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story (1996 TV Movie)
348 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Muhammad Ali is the best fighter!
Directors: Joseph Consentino, Sandra Consentino | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Khalilah Camacho Ali, Rahman Ali, Julian Bond
Votes: 1,084
6. Thrilla in Manila (2008 TV Movie)
100 min | Documentary, Sport
A detailed examination of the intense rivalry between the two heavyweight boxing champions, Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali.
Director: John Dower | Stars: Joe Frazier, Marvis Frazier, Thomas Hauser, Muhammad Ali
Votes: 922
7.
30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode:
Muhammad and Larry
(2009)
TV-G | 51 min | Documentary, Biography, History
We follow the preparations for Ali's final attempt to win back the World Heavyweight title. Even during the lead up to the fight grave concerns were held for Ali's health and the man who ... See full summary »
Directors: Bradley Kaplan, Albert Maysles | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Larry Holmes, Angelo Dundee, Ferdie Pacheco
Votes: 901
8. 7 Days Out (2018– )
TV-PG | 48 min | Documentary
A series that documents behind the scenes of some of the largest events in the world.
Stars: Karl Lagerfeld, Frank Bruni, Matthew Haag, Kevin Flanery
Votes: 644
9. The Real Rocky (2011 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary
The story of Chuck Wepner, an underdog boxer who went the distance against Muhammad Ali and inspired the creation of Rocky.
Director: Jeff Feuerzeig | Stars: Chuck Wepner, Sylvester Stallone, Jerry Izenberg, John Rowe
Votes: 471
10. The Kings (2021)
TV-MA | Documentary, Sport
A four-part series featuring four champions who ushered in a boxing renaissance. The series showcases the dominance of Roberto Duran, Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Thomas Hearns and Sugar Ray Leonard and their battles in and out of the ring.
Stars: Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, Al Bernstein, Bonnie Greer
Votes: 466
11. Pariah: The Lives and Deaths of Sonny Liston (2019 TV Movie)
TV-MA | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
Overcoming the seemingly insurmountable odds that life threw his way, Liston became heavyweight champion of the world when he knocked out Floyd Patterson in 1962. Eight years later, he died but friends questioned the cause of his death.
Director: Simon George | Stars: Nigel Collins, Helen-Jean Long, Jerry Izenberg, Mike Tyson
Votes: 426
12. ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Documentary, Biography, History
A biography series counting down the 50 greatest North American athletes of the 20th century. It was expanded to include other athletes, personalities, and notable moments in sports history.
Stars: Chris Fowler, Dick Schaap, Edwin Pope, Robert Lipsyte
Votes: 324
13. Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson (1993 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 93 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Filmmaker Barbara Kopple profiles the life and career of former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson and the surrounding events that led to his 1992 6 year prison conviction.
Director: Barbara Kopple | Stars: Mike Tyson, Kevin Rooney, Desiree Washington, Curtis Ratliff
Votes: 237
14. ABC's Wide World of Sports (1961–1997)
90 min | Sport
ABC's weekend extravaganzas about everything that can be called a sports event.
Stars: Jim McKay, Howard Cosell, Muhammad Ali, Angelo Dundee
Votes: 222
15. ESPN 25: Who's #1? (2004–2007)
60 min | Documentary, Sport
Stars: Trey Wingo, Charley Steiner, Bert Sugar, Peter Gammons
Votes: 210
16. Lombardi (2010 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
A documentary based on the football legend Vince Lombardi who took the Green Bay Packers to 2 straight Super Bowl Victories.
Stars: Lionel Aldridge, Vicki Aldridge, Colonel Earl 'Red' Blaik, Tom Brookshier
Votes: 150
17. HBO Boxing (1973– )
TV-14 | 63 min | Documentary, Sport
Telecasts of various boxing matches.
Stars: Larry Merchant, Jim Lampley, Harold Lederman, Michael Buffer
Votes: 136
18.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
(1994)
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Describing the rise and fall of professional boxer Mike Tyson along with, his arrest for rape charges.
Director: Elizabeth Browde | Stars: Mike Tyson, Jim Lampley, Cus D'Amato, Jerry Izenberg
Votes: 122
19.
Muhammad Ali (2021)
Episode:
Round One: The Greatest (1942-1964)
(2021)
128 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The young boxing prodigy, Cassius Clay, rises up the amateur ranks to win gold at the 1960 Summer Olympics before turning pro.
Directors: Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, David McMahon | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Johnny Addie, Hana Ali, Rahman Ali
Votes: 111
20. Ali-Frazier I: One Nation... Divisible (2000 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary, Sport
A look at the events leading up to and including the legendary March 1971 bout between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The film also looks at the political and social factors that helped to ... See full summary »
Stars: Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Liev Schreiber, David Brenner
Votes: 109
21.
Muhammad Ali (2021)
Episode:
Round Four: The Spell Remains (1974-2016)
(2021)
94 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Muhammad shocks the world when he defeats George Foreman in Zaire, regaining the heavyweight title and becoming the most famous man on earth, before completing the trilogy with his old foe, Joe Frazier, in the 'Thrilla in Manila'.
Directors: Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, David McMahon | Stars: Wole Soyinka, Salim Muwakkil, Gerald Early, Todd Boyd
Votes: 92
22.
Muhammad Ali (2021)
Episode:
Round Two: What's My Name? (1964-1970)
(2021)
108 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Cassius joins the Nation of Islam and adopts the name Muhammad Ali. For three years, he dominates the heavyweight ranks but, upon refusing induction into the U.S. Army in 1967, he is stripped of his world title and his license to box.
Directors: Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, David McMahon | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Johnny Addie, Khalilah Camacho Ali, Rasheda Ali
Votes: 91
23.
Muhammad Ali (2021)
Episode:
Round Three: The Rivalry (1970-1974)
(2021)
104 min | Documentary, Biography, History
After his return from exile, Muhammad Ali battles Joe Frazier and the U.S. government as he attempts to regain the heavyweight title.
Directors: Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, David McMahon | Stars: Howard Bryant, Jonathan Eig, Gerald Early, David Remnick
Votes: 87
24. The Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame... (1999–2007)
Not Rated | 30 min | Sport
A show which takes sports most memorable blunders, bad calls, and questionable moments and sheds a new light on them to show why the party who made the mistake should be let off the hook.
Stars: Brian Kenny, Steve Hirdt, Bob Costas, Michael Wilbon
Votes: 78
25. Sonny Liston: The Mysterious Life and Death of a Champion (1995 TV Movie)
Unrated | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
The story of the life and career of boxer Sonny Liston, who rose from being a violent street enforcer for an organized crime ring to become the heavyweight champion of the world.
Director: Jeff Lieberman | Stars: Sonny Liston, William Nack, Jerry Izenberg, Geraldine Liston
Votes: 76
26.
7 Days Out (2018– )
Episode:
Kentucky Derby
(2018)
TV-PG | Documentary
The glory. The heartbreak. The hats. Go behind the scenes as jockeys, trainers and horses prepare for one of the most dramatic two minutes in sports.
Director: Robert Richman | Stars: Kevin Flanery, Keith Desormeaux, Dale Romans, Travis Stone
Votes: 62
27. In Their Own Words (2015– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Biography
Documenting the lives of three of the most pivotal voices of the 20th century - Muhammad Ali, Jim Henson, and Queen Elizabeth II.
Stars: Brian Unger, Sean Francis, Don Mischer, Jim Brown
Votes: 56
28. Kings of the Ring: Four Legends of Heavyweight Boxing (2000 TV Movie)
Documentary, Biography, Sport
Documentary on heavyweight boxers Jack Johnson, Jack Dempsey, Joe Louis and Muhammad Ali.
Director: Bud Greenspan | Stars: Will Lyman, Jack Johnson, Jack Dempsey, Joe Louis
Votes: 48
29. Ali's 65 (2007 TV Movie)
Documentary
Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Rahman Ali, Dave Anderson, Bob Arum
Votes: 48
30. Cassius X: Becoming Ali (2023)
91 min | Documentary
Life story on how Cassius Clay fought his way to become World Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali.
Director: Muta'Ali Muhammad | Stars: Jim Lampley, Robert Lipsyte, Thomas Hauser, Dee Dee Sharp
Votes: 39
31.
The Kings (2021)
Episode:
Part One: Ghetto to Gold to Glory
(2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Sport
Ray Leonard's meteoric rise brings him success in and out of the ring while Marvin Hagler takes the hard road to the top. Tommy Hearns' knockouts makes him hard to ignore. But it's Roberto Duran whom Leonard targets to prove his mettle.
Director: Mat Whitecross | Stars: Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, Al Bernstein, Bonnie Greer
Votes: 38
32. The Dick Cavett Show (1989–1996)
Talk-Show
This particular series was "The Dick Cavett Show" CNBC and ran from Apr 1989 - Jan 1996
Stars: Dick Cavett, Charlton Heston, Jonathan Miller, Paul Fussell
Votes: 34
33.
The Kings (2021)
Episode:
Part Two: Flesh & Blood
(2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Sport
Tommy Hearns is crowned champion. Ray Leonard fights Roberto Duran, leading to a notorious ending. A riot breaks out following Marvin Hagler's victory. The stars align for one of the greatest fights of all time: Leonard vs Hearns.
Director: Mat Whitecross | Stars: Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, Al Bernstein, Bonnie Greer
Votes: 33
34.
The Kings (2021)
Episode:
Part Three: The Will to Win
(2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Sport
Leonard ascends the throne. A serious eye injury forces his retirement. Duran hits rock bottom but has a miraculous comeback. Leonard and Duran out of the way, the stage is set for one of the greatest fights of all time: Hagler vs Hearns.
Director: Mat Whitecross | Stars: Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, Al Bernstein, Bonnie Greer
Votes: 31
35.
The Kings (2021)
Episode:
Part Four: A Champion Never Quits
(2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Sport
Ray Leonard comes out of retirement to fight Hagler. Hagler is disgusted with the judges' verdict and quits. Hearns devastates Leonard in their rematch. Leonard and Duran stage a final fight and the Kings' legacy is assured. Series Finale.
Director: Mat Whitecross | Stars: Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, Al Bernstein, Bonnie Greer
Votes: 26
36. Ali's Dozen (2006)
Sport
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Sylvester Stallone, George Foreman, George Chuvalo
Votes: 24
37.
In Their Own Words (2015– )
Episode:
Muhammad Ali
(2015)
TV-PG | 55 min | Biography
He changed boxing almost as much as he changed the world. Follow Muhammad Ali's rise from Columbia Gym in Louisville, Kentucky to international fame, as he transcended his great athletic ... See full summary »
Stars: Brian Unger, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, Robert Lipsyte
Votes: 23
38. Pride Against Prejudice: The Larry Doby Story (2007 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
In 1947, the year Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier, Bill Veeck signed Larry Doby (1923-2003) to the Cleveland Indians. We see interviews with Doby himself, family members, ... See full summary »
Director: Bud Greenspan | Stars: Louis Gossett Jr., Mudcat Grant, Ben Veal, Monte Irvin
Votes: 22
39. The Fight (2004– )
240 min | Documentary, Sport
The story of boxing, centred around four of the best bouts ever fought, and told in the words of the greatest fighters, trainers, promoters and commentators.
Stars: Birol Tarkan Yildiz, Anthony Howell, Ferdie Pacheco, Angelo Dundee
Votes: 21
40.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Secretariat
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Director: Chip Rives | Stars: Dave Anderson, Mike Battaglia, Furman Bisher, Ed Bowen
Votes: 16
41.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Willie Mays
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Director: Chip Rives | Stars: Nick Acocella, Felipe Alou, John Antonelli, Richard Arrington
Votes: 14
42.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Muhammad Ali
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Lonnie Ali, Roone Arledge, Arned Arter, Bob Arum
Votes: 13
43.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
George Foreman
(2004)
Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Bob Allen, Dave Anderson, Bob Arum, Teddy Atlas
Votes: 10
44.
The Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame... (1999–2007)
Episode:
Bob Knight for his repeated outbursts
(2006)
Not Rated | Sport
Stars: Brian Kenny, J.A. Adande, Steve Alford, Bill Benner
Votes: 8
45.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Mike Tyson
(2002)
Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Teddy Atlas, Ron Borges, John Ed Bradley, Tommy Brooks
Votes: 7
46.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Roberto Clemente
(2002)
Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Roberto Clemente, Hank Aaron, Felipe Alou, Ernie Banks
Votes: 6
47. The Sweet Science (1999– )
Documentary
Stars: Jack Newfield, Steve Farhood, Mike Silver, Bert Sugar
48. Band of Pirates: The Story of Seton Hall's Magical Run to the 1989 NCAA Championship Game (2009)
75 min | Documentary, Sport
Band of Pirates: The story of Seton Hall's magical ride to the NCAA National Championship game traces the evolution of a season, which remains the most successful in school history, and ... See full summary »
Directors: Bryan Felt, Mikaelyn Austin | Stars: Anthony Avent, Rod Baker, P.J. Carlesimo, John Clougherty
49. Connected (2012 TV Special)
60 min | Sport, Talk-Show
Stars: Barry Bonds, Jim Brown, Harry Edwards, Jerry Izenberg
50. Bud Greenspan's Reflections (2004–2011)
Documentary
Stars: Dave Anderson, Jake LaMotta, Sugar Ray Leonard, Shav Glick