Thrilla in Manila
2008, English. Directed by John Dower.
On October 1, 1975, World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali was in the ring with his arch rival Joe Frazier for the third time. This fight in the Philippines, which has been nicknamed "Thrilla in Manila," is considered one of the most dramatic boxing matches in history - in the words of the voice-over, "They hated each other." With the help of archive material and eyewitness accounts (including Imelda Marcos), this documentary not only reconstructs the match, but shows us what was happening behind the scenes as well.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Thrilla in Manila
Thrilla in Manila isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 November 2008.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 11 November 2008
- Country
- United States of America
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Thrilla in Manila
Facing Ali
2009 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeFans watch both
I Am Durán
2019 · 6.9/10
NewFans watch both
The Trials of Muhammad Ali
2013 · 7.1/10
NewFans watch both
The Ronda Rousey Story: Through My Father's Eyes
2019 · 5.7/10
NewFans watch both
The Unbeatable Bruce Lee
2001 · 8.4/10
NewFans watch both
Champs
2015 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickFans watch both
The Life of Bruce Lee
1994 · 7.2/10
NewFans watch both
Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali
2021 · 7.3/10
NewFans watch both
Day of the Fight
1951 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestFans watch both
Come See Me in the Good Light
2025 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Thrilla in Manila: quick answers
Is Thrilla in Manila worth watching?
Thrilla in Manila doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Thrilla in Manila have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Thrilla in Manila. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Thrilla in Manila parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Thrilla in Manila yet.
Which OTT platform is Thrilla in Manila on?
Thrilla in Manila isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 November 2008. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Thrilla in Manila?
If you liked Thrilla in Manila, try Facing Ali, I Am Durán, The Trials of Muhammad Ali.
Who directed Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila (2008) was directed by John Dower and stars Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Imelda Marcos.