When We Were Kings
1974. Muhammad Ali, 32, is considered past his prime. George Foreman, ten years younger, is the world heavyweight champ. Promoter Don King wants to establish a reputation for himself and offers both combatants $5 million to fight each other. He finds a willing backer in Zaire's ruler Mobutu Sese Suko, and the "Rumble in the Jungle" is planned, complete with a musical festival including James Brown and B.B. King.
Released: 1996-10-25
Genre:
Documentary
Duration: 89
min
Country:
United States of America