Plot — 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.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2008 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 90 min |
| Audience Score | 78% (7.8/10, 13 votes) |
Thrilla in Manila — FAQ
Is Thrilla in Manila worth watching? Thrilla in Manila holds a 7.8/10 rating from 13 viewers. 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 consi
Who directed Thrilla in Manila? Directed by John Dower.
Who is in the cast of Thrilla in Manila? It stars Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Imelda Marcos, Buster Mathis, Buster Mathis, Larry Holmes and more.
Where can I stream Thrilla in Manila? Streaming availability for Thrilla in Manila is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Thrilla in Manila release? It released in 2008.
