Being Mike Tyson

22min

Documentary

A six-part documentary series offering viewers a raw and cinematic look at the former heavyweight champ. Not a look back, but instead, a look inward at one of the most iconic and divisive characters in recent history.

Episodes

Cast

The Real Deal

1. The Real Deal

22min

22nd Sep 2013

In one of their first extended encounters since the 1997 ear-biting , Mike visits former rival Evander Holyfield and explores their uniquely shared experiences - both highs and lows.

Quiet Before the Storm

2. Quiet Before the Storm

22min

24th Sep 2013

Mike's one-man show stops first in Indianapolis. Battling his own anxiety about how he will be received, he begins this personal journey to be embraced as a legitimate entertainer.

The Corner Man

3. The Corner Man

22min

1st Oct 2013

Mike visits with sports legend and personal hero, Jim Brown, and discusses marriage, fidelity and parenting. Mike shares his own shortcomings as he strives to be a role model.

Feeding the Fire

4. Feeding the Fire

22min

8th Oct 2013

Mike brings his wife Kiki back to where it all began for him as a boxer - Cus D'Amato's boxing gym in the Catskills - where he explores the true influence that Cus had on him.

On the Shoulders of Giants

5. On the Shoulders of Giants

22min

15th Oct 2013

As Mike reflects upon his own legacy, he connects with greats who came before him. He attends a UFC event with Dana White, who highlights how Mike's legacy helped bridge boxing and MMA.

I'm Just Mike

6. I'm Just Mike

22min

22nd Oct 2013

Mike's tour comes to a close and he continues his journey. He tries his hand at stand-up and visits his childhood neighborhood, for a glimpse of life before he became "Iron Mike Tyson."

First air date

22nd Sep 2013

Last air date

22nd Oct 2013

Status

Ended

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

Networks