Don King: Only in America

Don King: Only in America is a 1997 television film directed by John Herzfeld and written by Kario Salem (based on the book Only in America: The Life and Crimes of Don King by Jack Newfield). The film stars actor Ving Rhames as Don King and tells the story of King becoming a famous fight promoter and boxing manager.

Initial release date:

  • Nov 15, 1997

Directed by:

Rating:

R (USA)

Runtime:

  • 2 h 1 min

Awards

Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television Winners

Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor - Miniseries or a Movie Nominees

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Film

Directed by

John Herzfeld

John Herzfeld is a film and television director, actor, screenwriter and film producer.

Release date(s):

Release Date Film release distribution medium
  • Jul 9, 2002

Costume design by:

Runtime:

  • 2 h 1 min
  • 1 h 52 min
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