When We Were Kings
The untold story of the Rumble in the Jungle.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: When We Were Kings
- Genres: Documentary, TV Movie, History, Music
- Release Date: 1996-10-25
- Runtime: 89 minutes
- Rating: 7.707/10 (234 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $2,666,118
- Production Companies: PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, David Sonenberg Production, DAS Films, Gramercy Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0353
- Languages: English, French
Cast & Crew
Muhammad Ali
as Self
George Foreman
as Self
Don King
as Self
James Brown
as Self
B.B. King
as Self
Spike Lee
as Self
Mobutu Sese Seko
as Self
Norman Mailer
as Self
George Plimpton
as Self
Malick Bowens
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
WHEN WE WERE KINGS TRAILER 1996
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When We Were Kings?▼
When We Were Kings is a Documentary, TV Movie, History, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1996-10-25.
Who are the main actors in When We Were Kings?▼
The main cast includes Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Don King, James Brown, B.B. King, .
Where can I watch When We Were Kings online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if When We Were Kings is available.
Is When We Were Kings based on a true story?▼
The untold story of the Rumble in the Jungle.
What is the IMDb rating of When We Were Kings?▼
When We Were Kings has an IMDb rating of 7.707/10 based on 234 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of When We Were Kings?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,666,118 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for When We Were Kings?▼
The soundtrack was composed by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, David Sonenberg Production, DAS Films, Gramercy Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was When We Were Kings filmed?▼
When We Were Kings was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is When We Were Kings?▼
The total runtime of When We Were Kings is 89 minutes.
Is When We Were Kings suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to When We Were Kings?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to When We Were Kings.
Does When We Were Kings have a post-credit scene?▼
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