The story of Mike Tyson. From his early days as a 12 year old amateur with a powerful punch, to the undisputed title of "Heavyweight Champion of the World", and ultimately to his conviction for rape. The story of his turbulent life moves quickly, never focusing for long on anything in particular.
- Genre: Drama
- Studio: HBO Films, Edgar J. Scherick Associates
- Keyword: new york city, based on novel or book, sports, funeral, boxer, world champion, champion, biography, rags to riches, based on true story, celebrity, death of mother, father figure, heavyweight champion, 1980s, professional athlete, heavyweight boxer
- Cast: Michael Jai White, George C. Scott, Paul Winfield, James B. Sikking, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Tony Lo Bianco