Tyson (1995)

Synopsis: "Tyson" tells the real-life rags-to-riches story of the former boxing World Heavyweight Champion. The film covers Mike Tyson's life from his early days as a poor, troubled youngster growing up in Brooklyn to his transformation into a great fighter under the guidance of trainer Cus... "Tyson" tells the real-life rags-to-riches story of the former boxing World Heavyweight Champion. The film covers Mike Tyson's life from his early days as a poor, troubled youngster growing up in Brooklyn to his transformation into a great fighter under the guidance of trainer Cus D'Amato, his Olympic success and rise to stardom, and, finally his fall from grace after allegations of rape. Adapted from Jose Torres' non-fiction book "Fire and Fear: The Inside Story of Mike Tyson," the movie also explores the boxer's ill-fated marriage to actress Robin Givens and his relationship with promoter Don King. [More]