Ali
"Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee."
Originally released in 2001. Ali is a drama film. directed by Michael Mann. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, and Jon Voight
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 10, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (1,817 votes)
Budget
$107M
Production budget
Box Office
$87.8M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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
Nona Gaye
as Belinda Ali
Michael Michele
as Veronica Porche
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $107,000,000
- Revenue
- $87,812,729
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Initial Entertainment Group
- Forward Pass
- Overbrook Entertainment
- Peters Entertainment
- Lee Caplin / Picture Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ali about?
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 w...
Who directed Ali?
Ali was directed by Michael Mann.
How long is Ali?
Ali has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Ali released?
Ali was released on December 10, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ali?
The main cast of Ali includes Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Jon Voight, Mario Van Peebles, Ron Silver.
Is Ali worth watching?
Ali has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 1,817 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.