The Greatest (1977)

Synopsis: Muhammed Ali portrays himself in this biofilm telling the incredible story of his life. As 18 year-old Cassius Clay, Ali wins the Olympic gold medal for boxing. From there, he sets out to win the... Muhammed Ali portrays himself in this biofilm telling the incredible story of his life. As 18 year-old Cassius Clay, Ali wins the Olympic gold medal for boxing. From there, he sets out to win the heavyweight championship under the guidance of trainer Angelo Dundee (Ernest Borgnine). Clay wins the title from Sonny Liston, converts to Islam, and changes his name to Muhammed Ali. He is drafted, but refuses on religious grounds, and find himself in a court battle that still can't prevent him from winning in the ring. [More]

Starring: Muhammad Ali, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Duvall, James Earl Jones

Starring: Muhammad Ali, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Duvall, James Earl Jones, Lloyd Haynes, John Marley, David Huddleston, Ben Johnson, Dina Merrill, Roger E. Mosley, Paul Winfield, Malachi Throne

Director: Tom Gries

Director: Tom Gries
Producer: John Marshall
Screenwriter: Ring Lardner
Composer: Michael Masser

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