Tommy (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 8.8
Released in 2017, Tommy is a documentary film directed by Erin Leyden, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Co-directed by Gentry Kirby and Erin Leyden, “Tommy” examines Morrison’s remarkable rise to the spotlight, followed by a stunning, confounding, and ultimately tragic fall. He was one of the best heavyweights of his time; a handsome, charming, yet unsettled young star. Born into a troubled family in America’s heartland, Morrison’s initial emergence as a fighter was bolstered by a starring role in “Rocky V.” A few years later he beat George Foreman for the WBO heavyweight title, and seemed primed for more stardom, even in the face of blown opportunities and upset losses. But everything changed in early 1996 when he tested positive for HIV, abruptly forcing him into retirement at age 27. From there, Morrison’s life spiraled further and further downward, plagued by drug problems, jail time, and an eventual denial that he had the virus at all.
Who’s in it. Tommy stars Tommy Morrison as Self, Al Bernstein as Self and Larry Holmes as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.8/10, Tommy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tommy page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tommy (2017)?
- In GB, Tommy is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tommy worth watching?
- Tommy holds an audience score of 8.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tommy?
- Tommy stars Tommy Morrison, Al Bernstein and Larry Holmes.
- When was Tommy released?
- Tommy was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.