Thrilla in Manila
Originally released in 2008. Thrilla in Manila is a documentary film. directed by John Dower.
Starring Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, and Imelda Marcos
Synopsis
On October 1, 1975, World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali was in the ring with his arch rival Joe Frazier for the third time. This fight in the Philippines, which has been nicknamed "Thrilla in Manila," is considered one of the most dramatic boxing matches in history - in the words of the voice-over, "They hated each other." With the help of archive material and eyewitness accounts (including Imelda Marcos), this documentary not only reconstructs the match, but shows us what was happening behind the scenes as well.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thrilla in Manila about?
On October 1, 1975, World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali was in the ring with his arch rival Joe Frazier for the third time. This fight in the Philippines, which has been nicknamed "Thril...
Who directed Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila was directed by John Dower.
How long is Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Thrilla in Manila released?
Thrilla in Manila was released on November 11, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thrilla in Manila?
The main cast of Thrilla in Manila includes Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Imelda Marcos, Buster Mathis, Buster Mathis.