Regé-Jean Page To Star In A Series Based On Muhammad Ali – Here’s What We Know
Variety made an announcement on Twitter regarding a new eight-part series based on the life of Muhammad Ali.
While there have been numerous depictions of the heavyweight boxer’s life, this new series stands out due to its cast.
The upcoming series will feature Regé-Jean Page and Morgan Freeman, but their specific roles have not been disclosed yet. The series will be directed by Kevin Willmott, who has won an Academy Award.
An eight-part event series about boxing icon Muhammad Ali is in the works at Peacock from Regé-Jean Page, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Willmott. https://t.co/Zupj83zk57 pic.twitter.com/sQEsxk3tOS
— Variety (@Variety) March 9, 2023
Ali’s achievements in boxing are unparalleled in the sport’s history. His magnetic personality and fierce fighting technique inside the ring have won him the admiration of many.
However, Ali’s impact on society extends far beyond his athletic prowess. He was not only an impressive orator and boxer but also someone who had an impact on future generations.
As a result, there is a great deal of expectation surrounding this series. And this was reflected in the comments that followed on social media.
Social Media
This is based on my uncles biography of Muhammad,,, how cool https://t.co/Czijl5nP88
— Aliyah (@aliyahrachellem) March 9, 2023
🚨🤩🤧 Excited to a thousand https://t.co/jsmf9RT8U7
— 🎨ⓁⒾⓁⒶⓈ🎨 (@Lilasdelvalle) March 9, 2023
This combination. Interesting. https://t.co/i74VoU4L1j
— ***Chubbyoncé (@blckpwrbottom2) March 9, 2023