The Greatest
1977, English. Directed by Tom Gries.
Winner. Loser. Lover. Loudmouth... THE MAN.
Muhammad Ali's life story up to the late 1970s, which includes his Olympic boxing triumphs as Cassius Clay, his conversion to Islam, his refusal of the Army draft and the legal battle after being stripped of his World Title.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Tom GriesDirector
- Muhammad AliCassius Clay / Muhammad Ali
- Ernest BorgnineAngelo Dundee
- John MarleyDr. Ferdie Pacheco
- Lloyd HaynesHerbert Muhammad
- Malachi ThronePayton Jory
- Lucille BensonMrs. Fairlie
- Teddy WilsonJoe The Gardener
- Annazette ChaseBelinda Ali
- Mira WatersRuby Sanderson
- Chip McAllisterCassius Clay aged 18
- Drew Bundini BrownHimself
- Robert DuvallBill McDonald
Details
- Released
- 17 May 1977
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Ring Lardner Jr.
- Box office
- $8.3M
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The Greatest runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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The Greatest parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Greatest is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Greatest on?
The Greatest isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Greatest?
If you liked The Greatest, try Giant, Resurrecting the Champ, Big George Foreman.
Who directed The Greatest?
The Greatest (1977) was directed by Tom Gries and stars Muhammad Ali, Ernest Borgnine, John Marley.