When We Were Kings (1996)
English documentary film directed by Leon Gast
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m 85 min
- Released
- 25 October 1996
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
When We Were Kings has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 25 October 1996. It is directed by Leon Gast and stars Muhammad Ali, Don King and B. B. King.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Leon Gast
- Cast
- Muhammad Ali, Don King, B. B. King, Spike Lee, Norman Mailer, Malick Bowens, Miriam Makeba, George Plimpton, Joe Frazier
- Cinematography
- Maryse Alberti
- Editing
- Leon Gast
- Music
- Lauryn Hill
- Produced by
- Leon Gast, Taylor Hackford, David Sonenberg
- Production
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
- Distribution
- Gramercy Pictures, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Awards
- Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film; Sundance Special Jury Recognition
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 25 October 1996
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of When We Were Kings?
When We Were Kings has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes, or 85 min.
When did When We Were Kings release?
When We Were Kings released on 25 October 1996.
Who directed When We Were Kings?
When We Were Kings is directed by Leon Gast.
Who is in the cast of When We Were Kings?
The cast of When We Were Kings includes Muhammad Ali, Don King, B. B. King, Spike Lee, Norman Mailer and Malick Bowens.
Where can I watch When We Were Kings online?
When We Were Kings streams on Netflix.
What is When We Were Kings rated in the US?
When We Were Kings is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
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