Tommy
Originally released in 2017. Tommy is a documentary film. directed by Gentry Kirby. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tommy Morrison, Bob Arum, and Michael Bentt
Synopsis
Co-directed by Gentry Kirby and Erin Leyden, “Tommy” examines Morrison’s remarkable rise to the spotlight, followed by a stunning, confounding, and ultimately tragic fall. He was one of the best heavyweights of his time; a handsome, charming, yet unsettled young star. Born into a troubled family in America’s heartland, Morrison’s initial emergence as a fighter was bolstered by a starring role in “Rocky V.” A few years later he beat George Foreman for the WBO heavyweight title, and seemed primed for more stardom, even in the face of blown opportunities and upset losses. But everything changed in early 1996 when he tested positive for HIV, abruptly forcing him into retirement at age 27. From there, Morrison’s life spiraled further and further downward, plagued by drug problems, jail time, and an eventual denial that he had the virus at all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN Films
- ESPN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tommy about?
Co-directed by Gentry Kirby and Erin Leyden, “Tommy” examines Morrison’s remarkable rise to the spotlight, followed by a stunning, confounding, and ultimately tragic fall. He was one of the b...
Who directed Tommy?
Tommy was directed by Gentry Kirby.
How long is Tommy?
Tommy has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Tommy released?
Tommy was released on September 27, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tommy?
The main cast of Tommy includes Tommy Morrison, Bob Arum, Michael Bentt, Al Bernstein, George Foreman.