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Joe and Max

Play trailer Poster for Joe and Max PG-13,  2002,  1h 54m,  Drama/ Biography Play Trailer Watchlist
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This docudrama explores the unusual friendship between African-American boxer Joe Louis (Leonard Roberts) and German pugilist Max Schmeling (Til Schweiger). They first clash in the ring in 1936, a bout that ends in a Schmeling knock-out victory. Two years later, Louis returns the favor. After the end of World War II, Schmeling learns that Louis is in financial straits and seeks out his onetime rival -- igniting a friendship that will last their entire lives.

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Frances H Inspiring story of a friendship between two rivals. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/30/14 Full Review Audience Member A very interesting film. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/07/23 Full Review
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Synopsis This docudrama explores the unusual friendship between African-American boxer Joe Louis (Leonard Roberts) and German pugilist Max Schmeling (Til Schweiger). They first clash in the ring in 1936, a bout that ends in a Schmeling knock-out victory. Two years later, Louis returns the favor. After the end of World War II, Schmeling learns that Louis is in financial straits and seeks out his onetime rival -- igniting a friendship that will last their entire lives.
Director
Steve James
Producer
Kelli Konop, Julie Lynn, Adam Richman
Screenwriter
Jason Horwitch
Production Co
Karz Entertainment, Motion Picture Corporation of America, Starz! Encore Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Drama, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 1, 2016
Runtime
1h 54m