Name: Muhammad Ali
Released: 2021-09-19T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary · History

Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the best-known and most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who insisted on being himself unconditionally and became an inspiration to people everywhere.

2021 · 2h 2m

Director Ken Burns

EPISODE 1

Round One: The Greatest

Boxer Cassius Clay rises from the amateur ranks to win gold at the 1960 Olympics and become a contender for the heavyweight championship title.
EPISODE 2

Round Two: What's My Name?

Cassius Clay joins the Nation of Islam and takes on the name Muhammad Ali; when he refuses induction into the U.S. Army, he loses his title and is forced into exile.
EPISODE 3

Round Three: The Rivalry

After his return from exile, Muhammad Ali battles Joe Frazier and the U.S. government as he attempts to regain the heavyweight title.
EPISODE 4

Round Four: The Spell Remains

Muhammad Ali defeats George Foreman, winning back the heavyweight title; after retiring in 1981, he travels the world as a symbol of peace and hope.