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1.
The Jacksons (1976–1977)
Episode:
Carrol O'Connor
(1977)
Comedy, Music
Songs performed include "Hum Along and Dance," "Get Happy," and "Coconuts."
Director: Bill Davis | Stars: Michael Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jackie Jackson
Votes: 42
2.
The Mike Douglas Show (1961–1982)
Episode:
Episode #17.40
(1977)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Mike Douglas, aided by a different celebrity co-host every week, interviews a variety of figures from the world of entertainment.
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Max Cleland, Vic Damone, Mike Douglas
Votes: 83
3. Eyes on the Prize (1987–1990)
TV-PG | 360 min | Documentary, History
A documentary about the American Civil Rights Movement from 1952 to 1965.
Stars: Julian Bond, Coretta Scott King, John Lewis, Andrew Young
Votes: 737
5. Our World (1986–1987)
60 min | History
Each episode focuses on a few months in history and what was going on at the time. Politics, society, music, and other subjects are explored. Interviews with people involved with the stories are featured.
Stars: Linda Ellerbee, Ray Gandolf, John S.D. Eisenhower, Pierre Salinger
Votes: 74
6.
HBO Boxing (1973– )
Episode:
The Rumble in the Jungle: Ali vs. Foreman
(1974)
TV-14 | Documentary, Sport
Heavyweights Muhammad Ali and George Foreman fight in Kinshasa, Zaire, for the WBA and WBC championship. Ali upsets Foreman and knocked him out in the eighth round.
Stars: Nourridine Adalla, Muhammad Ali, Drew Bundini Brown, Jim Brown
Votes: 16
7. Time Presents: Milestones 2016 - A Tribute to the Stars We've Lost (2016 TV Movie)
Documentary
Stars: Muhammad Ali, David Bowie, Kelly Conniff, Daniel D'Addario
Votes: 9
8.
This Is Your Life (1955–2003)
Episode:
Muhammad Ali
(1978)
Documentary, Biography
Smokin' Joe Frazier surprised rival and friend Muhammad Ali on This Is Your Life in 1978. Bad Left Hook has this part.
Directors: Royston Mayoh, Terry Yarwood | Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Muhammad Ali, Hana Ali, Laila Ali
Votes: 16
9. Soul! (1968–1973)
60 min | Music
America's first "Black Tonight Show." From 1968 to 1973, of a nation. 'Soul!' Brought Black Culture to TV. Ellis Haizlip ensures the Revolution will be televised with "SOUL!,"
Stars: Ellis Haizlip, Gerry Bledsoe, Jerry Butler, Patti LaBelle
Votes: 66
10. Jimmy Carter's Inaugural Gala (1977 TV Special)
Director: Marty Pasetta | Stars: Hank Aaron, Donnie Ray Albert, Muhammad Ali, Lauren Bacall
Votes: 183
11.
Eyes on the Prize (1987–1990)
Episode:
Ain't Gonna Shuffle No More: 1964-1972
(1990)
TV-PG | 56 min | Documentary, History
Call to pride and push for unity galvanize blacks. Cassius Clay challenges America to accept him as Muhammad Ali, who refuses to fight in Vietnam. Students at Howard University fight to ... See full summary »
Directors: Sheila Curran Bernard, Sam Pollard | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Muhammad Ali, Amiri Baraka, Harry Belafonte
Votes: 18
12. 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: 5,550
13. Personenbeschreibung (1972–1993)
30 min | Documentary, Biography
Stars: Georg Stefan Troller, Peter Handke, Robert Crumb, Dory Previn
Votes: 10
14. Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Dean Martin (1976 TV Special)
101 min | Comedy
Don Rickles serves as roastmaster for Dean Martin's own roast. Also featured are Foster Brooks, Ruth Buzzi, Bob Hope and many other comedy legends.
Director: Greg Garrison | Stars: Don Rickles, Dean Martin, Bob Hope, Orson Welles
Votes: 237
15. Like It Is (1968–2012)
Talk-Show
Charles Hobson the original creative force behind the long-running "Like It Is," a morning current affairs program hosted by Gil Noble. Actor Robert Hooks was the original host and Noble ... See full summary »
Stars: Gil Noble, Ralph Abernathy, Muhammad Ali, Amiri Baraka
Votes: 11
16. WrestleMania XL (2024 TV Special)
TV-PG | 456 min | Action, Sport
The Undisputed WWE Universal Championship will be on the line when Roman Reigns defends his title against the winner of the 2024 Royal Rumble, Cody Rhodes. The Scottish Warrior Drew ... See full summary »
Directors: Lee Fitting, Paul Levesque | Stars: Joe Anoa'i, Cody Rhodes, Dwayne Johnson, Colby Lopez
Votes: 641
17. American Experience (1987– )
TV-PG | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A series showcasing documentaries on American history.
Stars: David McCullough, David Ogden Stiers, Michael Murphy, Oliver Platt
Votes: 2,206
18. Frontline (1983– )
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, News
FRONTLINE is investigative journalism that questions, explains and changes our world and American television's top long-form news and current affairs series since 1983
Stars: Will Lyman, Sarah Childress, Priyanka Boghani, Arun Rath
Votes: 2,297
19. The Super Fight (1970)
70 min | Drama, Fantasy, Sport
Fictional boxing match between two of the greatest heavyweights of all time.
Director: Murray Woroner | Stars: Rocky Marciano, Muhammad Ali, Jimmy Braddock, Angelo Dundee
Votes: 115
20. Beyond the Ropes (2008 Video)
74 min | Documentary, Sport
At the beginning, Boxing was considered a gentleman's sport. A sport of the ages. Now, however, Boxing is plagued with scandal, mystery and corruption. Go with Nathan Israileff (Director) ... See full summary »
Director: Nathan Israileff | Stars: Lonnie Ali, Muhammad Ali, Henry Buchanan, Chris Byrd
Votes: 8
21. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
TV-14 | 105 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host Johnny Carson performs comedy routines and chats with various celebrities.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 4,242
22. What's My Line? (1950–1967)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Four panelists must determine guests' occupations - and, in the case of famous guests, while blindfolded, their identity - by asking only "yes" or "no" questions.
Stars: John Daly, Arlene Francis, Bennett Cerf, Dorothy Kilgallen
Votes: 1,769
23. Louis C.K.: Shameless (2007 TV Special)
TV-MA | 56 min | Comedy
In his first one-hour special, comedy and television star Louis C.K. returns to HBO for an hour of no-holds-barred, adults-only stand-up comedy taped before a live audience at the Henry Fonda Theater in Los Angeles.
Director: Steven J. Santos | Star: Louis C.K.
Votes: 9,059
24. Louis C.K.: Chewed Up (2008 TV Special)
TV-MA | 61 min | Documentary, Comedy
Louis C.K.'s second one-hour special filmed at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, MA.
Directors: Louis C.K., Shannon Hartman | Star: Louis C.K.
Votes: 11,090
25. The New Steve Allen Show (1961–1965)
48 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
It was a show basically about laughing until you were in tears, or just falling down, doubling over with laughter...a show for the whole family, with some of the funniest comic people on ... See full summary »
Stars: Steve Allen, Louis Nye, Johnny Jacobs, Les Brown and His Band of Renown
Votes: 95
26. Bane v Superman: The Movie (2016)
36 min | Short, Action, Adventure
The Joker and Harley have neutralized Superman's powers. Bane and Superman must now fight to the death as Clark's high-school sweet-heart, Lana Lang, is captivated.
Director: Keith Stahle | Stars: Keith Stahle, Janelle Stahle, Kevin Staley, Lisa Horacek
Votes: 217
27. Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration (2001 TV Special)
120 min | Music
Television special celebrating the 30 year anniversary of Michael Jackson's solo career.
Director: Bruce Gowers | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Marc Anthony, Carroll Baker, Lance Bass
Votes: 1,135
28. Evander Holyfield vs. George Foreman (1991 TV Special)
65 min | Sport
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Rudy Battle, Michael Buffer, Angelo Dundee
Votes: 7
29. The Dick Cavett Show (1968–1988)
TV-G | 90 min | Music, Talk-Show
This particular series combines several "The Dick Cavett Show" on ABC: ABC This Morning/The Dick Cavett Show ABC Daytime March 1968 - January 1969 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Primetime May 1969 - September 1969 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Late Night December 1969 - January 1975 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Late Night September - December 1986
Stars: Dick Cavett, Bobby Rosengarden, Fred Foy, Mort Sahl
Votes: 944
30. The Jack Paar Program (1962–1965)
60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
This was a variety show, hosted by Jack Paar, that had live and filmed interviews with famous people; comedy and musical acts; and home movies of trips Paar took with his wife Miriam and his teenage daughter Randy.
Stars: Jack Paar, Jose Melis, Jim G. Lucas, Jonathan Winters
Votes: 232
31. 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
32. Fight of the Century (1971 TV Special)
64 min | Sport
World championship heavyweight boxing live from Madison Square Garden in New York City as the defending champion, Joe Frazier, takes on the undefeated challenger, Muhammad Ali.
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, Johnny Addie, Woody Allen
Votes: 50
33.
HBO Boxing (1973– )
Episode:
Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks
(1988)
TV-14 | Documentary, Sport
Heavyweights Mike Tyson and Michael Spinks fight in Atlantic City for the Undisputed championship.
Director: Marc Payton | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Matt Baranski, Michael Buffer, Frank Cappuccino
Votes: 8
34. Independent Lens (1999– )
TV-14 | Documentary
Independent Lens is an award-winning PBS documentary series that streams on the PBS App and airs on public television. Independent Lens documentaries focus on stories of underrepresented ... See full summary »
Stars: America Ferrera, Terrence Howard, Stanley Tucci, Mary-Louise Parker
Votes: 635
35. B.B. King: Live in Africa (1974)
Not Rated | 43 min | Documentary, Short, Music
When Muhammad Ali and George Foreman staged their heavyweight title fight in Zaire in 1974, a three-day music festival was held in tandem with the bout, and headliner B.B. King proved why ... See full summary »
Director: Leon Gast | Stars: B.B. King, Muhammad Ali, Bobby Forte, Sonny Freeman
Votes: 39
36. World Heavyweight Championship Fight: Muhammad Ali vs. Oscar Bonavena (1970 TV Special)
Sport
Director: Andy Sidaris | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Ringo Bonavena, Drew Bundini Brown, John Condon
Votes: 9
37. 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
38. The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Muhammad Ali (1976 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy
Classic TV show featuring Dean Martin and celebrity guests roasting Muhammad Ali in a humorous and entertaining fashion.
Director: Greg Garrison | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Foster Brooks, Red Buttons, Ruth Buzzi
Votes: 86
39. Morten og Peter i Dublin (2003– )
Documentary, Sport
The two Danes Morten Jensen and Peter Palland, who both have Down's Syndrome, comment on the 11th Special Olympics World Summer Games held in Dublin. Also, in their own unique way, Morten and Peter interview participants.
Stars: Nick Horup, Morten Jensen, Peter Palland, Pierce Brosnan
Votes: 34
40. Muhammad Ali Tribute - Celebrity Fight Night & Fighting Irishmen (2013)
Short, Biography
Director: Dan Weecks | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Mary Hill-Connor, Norman McClelland, Bob O'Neill
Votes: 21
41.
Touched by an Angel (1994–2003)
Episode:
Fighting the Good Fight
(1999)
TV-G | Drama, Family, Fantasy
Two boys stay with their uncle since their mother is in jail. The eleven year old is picked on by his brother and other older kids. He takes up boxing to defend himself.
Director: Timothy Van Patten | Stars: Roma Downey, Della Reese, John Dye, Richard Burgi
Votes: 59
42.
HBO Boxing (1973– )
Episode:
Thrilla in Manila Ali vs. Frazier
(1975)
TV-14 | Documentary, Sport
The final boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
Director: Jack Murphy | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Rahman Ali, Milt Bailey, George Benton
Votes: 17
43. Firing Line (1966–2020)
120 min | Talk-Show
A debate program hosted by conservative pundit William F. Buckley who verbally sparred with many notable figures of the 20th century.
Stars: William F. Buckley, Margaret Hoover, Michael Kinsley, Jeff Greenfield
Votes: 152
44. The Norman Gunston Show (1975–1979)
Comedy
A subversive parody of the established variety "Tonight Show" format, centering on a weekly roster of celebrity guests who were 'interviewed' by Norman Gunston.
Stars: Garry McDonald, Max Rowley, Abigail, Candy Raymond
Votes: 98
45. The ABC Comedy Hour (1972)
60 min | Comedy
On an alternate basis, "The ABC Comedy Hour" presented "The Kopykats" with various comedy specials.
Stars: George Kirby, Frank Gorshin, Marilyn Michaels, Joe Baker
Votes: 77
46. The Heavyweight Championship of the World: Cassius Clay versus Sonny Liston (1964 TV Special)
46 min | Sport
This was the first heavyweight title fight between Cassius Clay (aka Muhammad Ali) and Sonny Liston. Clay won the fight by technical knockout (TKO) after six rounds, when Liston failed to answer the bell for the seventh round.
Director: Marshall Diskin | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Drew Bundini Brown, Angelo Dundee, Steve Ellis
Votes: 11
47. Bob Hope's All-Star Comedy Spectacular from Lake Tahoe (1977 TV Special)
90 min | Comedy, Music
Director: Dick McDonough | Stars: Bob Hope, Ann-Margret, Charo, Mac Davis
Votes: 9
48.
Flip (1970–1974)
Episode:
Episode #1.17
(1971)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Music
Guests - Muhammed Ali, Lilly Tomlin, Bobby Darin
Director: Tim Kiley | Stars: Flip Wilson, Muhammad Ali, Bobby Darin, Lily Tomlin
Votes: 11
49.
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
Episode:
Episode dated 7 September 1973
(1973)
TV-G | Comedy, Talk-Show
Johnny is joined by Boxer Muhammad Ali and actress Karen Valentine.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Muhammad Ali
Votes: 20
50.
Frontline (1983– )
Episode:
Don King, Unauthorized
(1991)
TV-MA | 58 min | Documentary, News
If Don King were a city he would be Las Vegas, flamboyant, awake 24 hours a day, driven by money, routed in gambling and the mob. Don King, the man himself is bigger than boxing, he is a cultural phenomenon.
Directors: John Baynard, Charles C. Stuart | Stars: Seth Abraham, Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Don King
Votes: 9