Don King
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Biography: From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Donald "Don" King (born August 20, 1931) is an American boxing promoter particularly known for his hairstyle and flamboyant personality. His career highlights include promoting "The Rumble in the Jungle" and the "Thrilla in Manila", as well as orchestrating the ascent of Mike Tyson. King has promoted some of the most prominent names in boxing, including Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Larry Holmes, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Julio César Chávez, Andrew Golota, Félix Trinidad, Roy Jones Jr. and Marco Antonio Barrera. Description above from the Wikipedia article Don King (boxing promoter), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Birthday: August 20, 1931
Age: 93 years old
Gender: Male
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When We Were Kings
Overview: It's 1974. Muhammad Ali is 32 and thought by many to be past his prime. George Foreman is ten years younger and the heavyweight champion of the world. Promoter Don King wants to make a name for himself and offers both fighters five million dollars apiece to fight one another, and when they accept, King has only to come up with the money. He finds a willing backer in Mobutu Sese Suko, the dictator of Zaire, and the "Rumble in the Jungle" is set, including a musical festival featuring some of America's top black performers, like James Brown and B.B. King.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie History Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-10-25
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The Devil's Advocate
Overview: Aspiring Florida defense lawyer Kevin Lomax accepts a job at a New York law firm. With the stakes getting higher every case, Kevin quickly learns that his boss has something far more evil planned.
Genres: Drama Mystery Thriller Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-10-17
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Muhammad Ali The Whole Story
Overview: Muhammad Ali. He is known as the most thrilling athlete of all time... he is known as The Greatest. The remarkable story of how he became one of the most loved, hated, intriguing, and controversial figures in American history is brought to life in the 6-hour series, Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story. Episode 1: Olympic Gold. Episode 2: The Youngest Heavyweight Champion. Episode. 3: Exile. Episode 4: The Road Back. Episode 5: The Rumble In The Jungle Episode. 6: The Thrilla In Manila.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-09-03
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Soul Power
Overview: Soul Power is a 2008 documentary film about the Zaire 74 music festival in Kinshasa which accompanied the Rumble in the Jungle heavyweight boxing championship match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman in October 1974. The film was made from archival footage; other footage shot at the time focusing on the fight was edited to form the film When We Were Kings.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-06-10
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Untold: Deal with the Devil
Overview: Christy Martin broke boundaries and noses as she rose in the boxing world, but her public persona belied personal demons, abuse and a threat on her life.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-08-17
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Voices That Care
Overview: Behind the scenes making of the charity single "Voices That Care".
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-02-28
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Klitschko
Overview: Klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers: Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the Ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to Germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the verge of holding the championship titles of all five boxing federations (Wladimir secured this with his unanimous World Boxing Association win against David Haye on July 2nd, 2011). Along the way they experience defeats and setbacks, low points and triumphant comebacks as well as conflicts with each other. Exciting conversations with companions and opponents, including the very first with the Klitschkos parents, give insight into their personal lives, plus never-before-seen footage of the draining preparations for a fight, and the spectacular boxing matches. Director Sebastian Dehnhardt composes an intimate and fascinating portrait of two exceptional athletes who are, before all else, brothers.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 2011-06-16
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Mike Tyson vs Larry Holmes
Overview: On January 22, 1988, Holmes was lured out of retirement to challenge reigning Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson. Tyson dropped Holmes in the fourth round with an overhand right. Holmes got up, but Tyson put him down two more times in the round, and the fight was stopped. After the fight Holmes once again retired.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-01-22
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Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick
Overview: TYSON WINS W.B.C. CHAMPIONSHIP LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 22— Mike Tyson made history tonight. The 20-year-old slugger from Catskill, N.Y., became the youngest heavyweight champion ever when he stopped Trevor Berbick at 2:35 of the second round of a scheduled 12-round bout. In taking away Berbick's World Boxing Council crown, Tyson knocked Berbick down twice, both times in the second round, pounding him so hard that he had Berbick reeling across the ring at the end in a nearly comic loop-de-loop.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-11-22
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Tommy
Overview: 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.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-27
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Larry Holmes vs. Lucien Rodriguez
Overview: Undefeated Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes comes home to Pennsylvania to make the fourteenth defense of his title against Lucien Rodriguez.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-03-27
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Larry Holmes vs. David Bey
Overview: In March 1985, Larry Holmes defended his IBF Heavyweight title against rising contender David Bey in Las Vegas.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-03-15
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Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child
Overview: Pro boxing sensation — and perennial troublemaker — Jake Paul shares his unlikely journey from online prankster to power puncher in this documentary.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-08-01
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Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports
Overview: Bob Uecker hosted this show in the mid to late 1980's, featuring sports bloopers and comedy with Mr. Baseball himself.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-01-01
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The Real Rocky
Overview: Chuck Wepner is a liquor salesman from Bayonne, N.J., who drives a Cadillac with “Champ” vanity plates. A former New Jersey State Heavyweight Boxing Champion, he took abuse from Sonny Liston, got his nose broken by Muhammad Ali, and inspired Sylvester Stallone to write “Rocky” which won three Academy Awards. Wepner was left out of the “Rocky” glory, and his career took turn after strange turn as he worked to stay in the spotlight: he went on to fight Andre the Giant as “The Assassin” and boxed a 900 pound bear. Twice.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-10-25
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Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney
Overview: Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 12th time from challenger Gerry Cooney on June 11th, 1982 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Larry's record at the time of the fight was 39 wins to 0 losses.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-06-11
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Larry Holmes vs. Randall 'Tex' Cobb
Overview: Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 13th time from challenger Randall 'Tex' Cobb on November 26th, 1982 at Houston's Astrodome. Larry's record at the time of the fight was 40 wins to 0 losses.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-11-26
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Larry Holmes vs. Trevor Berbick
Overview: Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 9th time from challenger Trevor Berbick on April 11th, 1981 at Caesars Palace Sports Pavilion in Las Vegas. Larry's record at the time of the fight was 36 wins to 0 losses.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-04-11
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Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’
Overview: A provocative look into the seven-year history of the series that gave hip hop a voice and broke color barriers, integrating MTV with rap. "Yo! MTV Raps" premiered on August 6, 1988 with hosts Fab 5 Freddy, Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and shaped the careers of many of today’s hip hop superstars, while simultaneously making groundbreaking strides in introducing hip hop to the mainstream.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-06-07
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Kojak: Fatal Flaw
Overview: Investigating the murder of a writer responsible for a Mob exposed, Kojak discovers that the dead man's wife is an old flame.
Genres: Thriller Drama TV Movie Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-11-30
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The Last Fight
Overview: Singer-turned-boxer Andy 'Kid' Clave signs a contract with a shady promoter Joaquin Vargas. But Clave turns against Vargas when the promoter's thugs kill Clave's girlfriend when he thinks about backing out of the contract. While seeking a way to get revenge against Vargas, Clave learns that he has a blood clot in his head. But nothing will deter him from getting his revenge and making a shot at the title.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-09-07
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The Making of Trump
Overview: As every day of Donald Trump's presidential campaign seemingly generates new headlines, this two-hour special examines the increasingly polarizing candidate's past. Included is rarely seen footage from Trump's interviews with Phil Donahue and his comments about politics from the floor of the 1988 Republican convention. Additionally, celebrities, politicians, and people described as "close to The Donald" weigh in, including former US Senator Al D'Amato (R-N.Y.), former Atlantic City mayor Jim Whelen, boxer Mike Tyson, and notorious "Apprentice" contestant Omarosa.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-11-30
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Spike Lee Presents Mike Tyson
Overview: Spike Lee interviews Mike Tyson and those around him.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-12-08
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Tyson
Overview: Director James Toback takes an unflinching, uncompromising look at the life of Mike Tyson--almost solely from the perspective of the man himself. TYSON alternates between the controversial boxer addressing the camera and shots of the champion's fights to create an arresting picture of the man.
Genres: Documentary Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-05-16
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Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson
Overview: Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson is a 1993 film made by acclaimed American documentary filmmaker Barbara Kopple. Though Tyson was in jail serving a sentence for rape, Kopple used existing interviews with the boxer, as well as her own extensive interviews with those closest to Tyson, to explore the man's history. The film traces Tyson's story from his troubled and tumultuous upbringing, through his rapid ascendancy in the ranks of the boxing world and his subsequent struggle with the trappings of fame. Fallen Champ earned Barbara Kopple a Directors Guild of America award as Best Documentary Director of 1993.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-02-12
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The Real Michael Jackson
Overview: Jacques Peretti goes back to Jackson’s beginnings, charting his rise and fall and seeking a fuller picture of this complex, contradictory character by exploring the clues that were missed.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-03-30
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Head Office
Overview: In this comic take on big-business wheelings and dealings, an ambitious senator's son moves up the corporate ladder through undeserved promotions. But against his better judgment, he falls for a woman (the chairman's daughter, no less) who's leading a protest against the company's shady business practices.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-06-06
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B.B. King: Live In Africa '74
Overview: In 1974, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman held their heavyweight title fight in Zaire, billing it as the "Rumble in the Jungle". A three-day music festival was staged concurrently, and B.B. King was the headlining act. Anyone who has ever had the fortune to see B.B. King play live, even in his later, seated years knows that he is a consummate showman. B.B. King: Live in Africa '74 presents the man at the peak of his powers, as a performer and as a player.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-05-13
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Chasing Tyson
Overview: Evander Holyfield knew he could never earn the respect he craved until he defeated Mike Tyson. When the two finally fought, the world witnessed not one, but two of the boxing's most memorable fights.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-11-10
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Heaven
Overview: A series of interviews are conducted concerning people's beliefs towards the possibility of an afterlife. The interviews are filmed against a set of strange backdrops, and are intercut with clips from classic films and a variety of stock footage.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-04-17
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The After Party: The Last Party 3
Overview: A documentary feature film about a cinematographer who is caught in a mass arrest. His film crew's videotape of the incident leads to a civil rights lawsuit, uncovers a police spying ring and launches his personal investigation in to the weird world of domestic surveillance. With special appearances by Andre '3000' Benjamin, Barack Obama, The Bush Twins, Cornel West, Al Sharpton and Don King.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-04-01
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Bruno v Tyson
Overview: The full story of an epic in-ring rivalry and the fascinating personal relationship that went along with it.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-02-26
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