Synopsis
This docudrama explores the unusual friendship between African-American boxer Joe Louis (Leonard Roberts) and German pugilist Max Schmeling (Til Schweiger). They first clash in the ring in 1936, a bout that ends in a Schmeling knock-out victory. Two years later, Louis returns the favor. After the end of World War II, Schmeling learns that Louis is in financial straits and seeks out his onetime rival -- igniting a friendship that will last their entire lives.
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Director
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Steve James
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Producer
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Kelli Konop,
Julie Lynn,
Adam Richman
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Screenwriter
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Jason Horwitch
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Production Co
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Karz Entertainment,
Starz! Encore Entertainment,
Motion Picture Corporation of America
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Rating
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PG-13
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Genre
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Drama,
Biography
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Original Language
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English
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Release Date (Streaming)
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Oct 1, 2016
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Runtime
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1h 54m