The Great White Hope (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1970, The Great White Hope is a drama film directed by Martin Ritt, running about 103 minutes. “He could beat any white man in the world. He just couldn't beat all of them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A black champion boxer and his white female companion struggle to survive while the white boxing establishment looks for ways to knock him down.
Who’s in it. The Great White Hope stars James Earl Jones as Jack Jefferson, Jane Alexander as Eleanor, Lou Gilbert as Goldie and Joel Fluellen as Tick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Great White Hope has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great White Hope page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great White Hope tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great White Hope (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great White Hope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great White Hope worth watching?
- The Great White Hope holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great White Hope?
- The Great White Hope stars James Earl Jones, Jane Alexander, Lou Gilbert, Joel Fluellen and Chester Morris.
- When was The Great White Hope released?
- The Great White Hope was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.