Briefing
After winning an Olympic Gold medal in Rome, Cassius Clay returns to Louisville with a changed perspective and excitement for what's to come. He must quickly learn to navigate his newfound fame while juggling career decisions, family dynamics, and the racial politics of his segregated hometown.
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Promised Land
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The New Negro
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04
Artist At Work
Cassius climbs the ranks for a chance at the heavyweight title. Meanwhile, Sonny has bulldozed all competition and is cl...
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Episode 5
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Eight Count
Cassius follows his title dreams to London, where he faces British champion Henry Cooper. But his arrogance and Cooper's...
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Louder Than Words
When word of Cassius joining the Nation of Islam hits the papers, public outcry puts the Heavyweight Title fight in jeop...
Cast & Crew
Jaalen Best
Cassius Clay / Muhammad Ali
Omari Hardwick
Cassius 'Cash' Clay Sr.
Dana Gourrier
Odessa 'Bird' Clay
Amin Joseph
Sonny Liston
Kai Parham
Rudy Clay
Giovanni Ribisi
Reno Wilson
Erica Tazel
