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Thrilla in Manila (2008)

Movie ★ 7.8 90 min

Documentary

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.

John Dower Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 11, 2008
Runtime
90 min
IMDb
tt1330059

Cast

Joe Frazier Joe Frazier Himself Muhammad Ali Muhammad Ali Himself (archive footage) Imelda Marcos Imelda Marcos Herself Buster Mathis Himself Buster Mathis Himself (archive footage) Larry Holmes Larry Holmes Himself Liev Schreiber Liev Schreiber Narrator Jerry Izenberg Self

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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 "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.
Who directed Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila was directed by John Dower.
Who stars in Thrilla in Manila?
Thrilla in Manila stars Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Imelda Marcos, Buster Mathis.
When was Thrilla in Manila released?
Thrilla in Manila is a 2008 documentary film.
Where can I watch Thrilla in Manila?
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