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Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion

This sports documentary tells the remarkable story of the man voted the greatest boxer in history. Spanning his career from the early Depression-era days until his death in 1989, this special brings to light the many sides of Robinson: flashy public icon, womanizer, comeback kid, philanthropist, fighter. Includes rare film footage, never-before-seen home movies and interviews.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1998-12-08
  • Runtime: 59 minutes
  • Rating: 9/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: HBO Sports
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6251
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Sugar Ray Robinson

Sugar Ray Robinson

as Himself (archive footage)

Nigel Collins

Nigel Collins

as Himself (Editor - Ring Magazine)

Dave Anderson

Dave Anderson

as Himself (Wrote Ray's Memoirs)

Ray Robinson Jr.

Ray Robinson Jr.

as Himself (Ray's Son)

Woody Allen

Woody Allen

as Himself

Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali

as Himself

Jake LaMotta

Jake LaMotta

as Himself (archive footage)

Evelyn Nelson

Evelyn Nelson

as Ray's sister

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Keywords

boxing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1998-12-08.

Who are the main actors in Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

The main cast includes Sugar Ray Robinson, Nigel Collins, Dave Anderson, Ray Robinson Jr., Woody Allen, .

Where can I watch Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion is available.

Is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion has an IMDb rating of 9/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

The soundtrack was composed by HBO Sports. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion filmed?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

The total runtime of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion is 59 minutes.

Is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion.

Does Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion have a post-credit scene?

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