Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Documentary

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion (1998): Cast

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion (1998) movie poster

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion is a 1998 documentary starring Woody Allen, Muhammad Ali and Jake LaMotta. It runs 59 minutes.

Loading streaming availability…
Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion (1998) movie poster
Released
Runtime
59 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion About?

The premise of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion without spoilers.

The documentary chronicles the life of the boxer widely regarded as the greatest in history, tracing his rise from the Depression‑era gyms through a career that lasted until his death in 1989. It reveals Robinson’s many facets—as a dazzling public figure, a notorious womanizer, a relentless comeback artist, a philanthropist, and a fierce competitor—augmented by rare archival film, never‑seen home movies, and extensive interviews.

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion Themes & Keywords

· 12 tags
  • reference to sugar ray robinson
  • boxing champion
  • boxing
  • boxing documentary
  • boxer
  • world champion
  • name in title
  • twelve word title
  • professional sports
  • professional sportsman
  • sports history
  • character name in title
Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion Cast & Characters

Woody Allen leads the cast, with Muhammad Ali and Jake LaMotta.

Also Starring in Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion

· 4 more

Seen Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

FAQ

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion runs 59 minutes.

When was Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion released?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion was released on December 8, 1998.

Who is in the cast of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?

Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion stars Woody Allen, Muhammad Ali and Jake LaMotta, among 8 credited actors.

Does Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion have a post-credit scene?

No. Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion has no extra scene during or after the credits.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app