a.k.a. Cassius Clay_
The study of crazy brilliance and flamboyant sincerity. a.k.a. Cassius Clay presents a fascinating look at the incredible life and achievements of one of the most courageous, outspoken and charismatic figures of boxing: Muhammad Ali. Born Cassius Clay in 1942, Ali soon rose to become a renowned athlete, an articulate author and a compelling political; leader. Audacious, ambitious and totally fearless, Ali became a symbol of pride, a legend of hope and one of the most extraordinary cultural icons of the 20th century.
Starring
Muhammad Ali, Richard Kiley, Malcolm X
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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a.k.a. Cassius Clay was released 56 years ago in 1970.
Overview
The study of crazy brilliance and flamboyant sincerity. a.k.a. Cassius Clay presents a fascinating look at the incredible life and achievements of one of the...
a.k.a. Cassius Clay is a Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 19m.
CAST (10)
Muhammad Ali
Self
Richard Kiley
Self
Malcolm X
Self
Cus D'Amato
Self
Stepin Fetchit
Self
JJ
Jim Jacobs
Self
Sonny Liston
Self (archive footage)
Henry Cooper
Self (archive footage)
JL
Joe Louis
Self (archive footage)
Max Schmeling
Self (archive footage)
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What is a.k.a. Cassius Clay about?
The study of crazy brilliance and flamboyant sincerity. a.k.a. Cassius Clay presents a fascinating look at the incredible life and achievements of one of the most courageous, outspoken and charismatic figures of boxing: Muhammad Ali. Born Cassius Clay in 1942, Ali soon rose to become a renowned athlete, an articulate author and a compelling political; leader. Audacious, ambitious and totally fearless, Ali became a symbol of pride, a legend of hope and one of the most extraordinary cultural icons of the 20th century.
How long is a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
a.k.a. Cassius Clay has a runtime of 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Who stars in a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
The cast of a.k.a. Cassius Clay includes Muhammad Ali, Richard Kiley, Malcolm X, Cus D'Amato, Stepin Fetchit.
What is the rating of a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
a.k.a. Cassius Clay has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 2 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (1)
Documentary