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Muhammad Ali Encore Broadcast Begins January 26

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Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who captivated millions of fans across the world with his mesmerizing combination of speed, grace, and power in the ring, and charm and playful boasting outside of it. Ali insisted on being himself unconditionally and became a global icon and inspiration to people everywhere.

Encore Broadcast: Wednesdays at 9 pm, beginning January 26, on Nine PBS and livestream.

Stream all four episodes on the PBS Video App and online.

Learn more about the four-part series at pbs.org.


Muhammad Ali
Official Trailer
0:30
Published:
Expires: 2022-01-26
Rating: NR

Muhammad Ali brings to life the boxing champion who became an inspiration across the globe


Episode Guide:

Round One: The Greatest (1942-1964)
Cassius Clay rises from boastful amateur boxer to contender for the heavyweight championship.

Round Two: What's My Name? (1964-1970)
Muhammad Ali is banished from boxing for refusing induction into the Army.

Round Three: The Rivalry (1970 - 1974) 
Muhammad Ali returns from exile and twice faces his greatest rival, Joe Frazier.

Round Four: The Spell Remains (1974-2016)
Muhammad Ali shocks the world by defeating George Foreman and becomes the most famous man on earth.