The Great White Hype
“If you can't find the perfect contender....make one.”
Synopsis
When the champ's promoter, Rev. Sultan, decides something new is needed to boost the marketability of the boxing matches, he searches and finds the only man to ever beat the champ. The problem is that he isn't a boxer anymore and he's white. However, once Rev. Sultan convinces him to fight, he goes into heavy training while the confident champ takes it easy and falls out of shape.
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"The Great White Hype (1996)" Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-02-19
Top Cast
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Samuel L. Jackson
Rev. Fred Sultan
Jeff Goldblum
Mitchell Kane
Peter Berg
Terry Conklin
Corbin Bernsen
Peter Prince
Jon Lovitz
Sol
Cheech Marin
Julio Escobar
John Rhys-Davies
Johnny Windsor
Salli Richardson-Whitfield
Bambi
Jamie Foxx
Hassan El Ruk'n
Damon Wayans
James "The Grim Reaper" Roper
Rocky Carroll
Artemus St. John Saint
Albert Hall
Roper's Manager
Michael Jace
Marvin Shabazz
Brian Setzer
Self
Method Man
Self
Art Evans
Minister
Duane Davis
Palace Guard #1
Lamont Johnson
Palace Guard #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 3, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Hudlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Ron Shelton, Tony Hendra
- Original Score
- Marcus Miller
- Original Title
- The Great White Hype
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Atman Entertainment, Fred Berner Films, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Hudlin
Ron Shelton, Tony Hendra
Marcus Miller
Ronald Víctor García
Earl Watson
Fred Berner, Joshua Donen
Department Leadership Roster
Reginald Hudlin
Director
Ron Shelton
Writer
Tony Hendra
Writer
Ronald Víctor García
Director of Photography
Ruth E. Carter
Costume Design
Charles Rosen
Production Design
Marcus Miller
Original Music Composer
Earl Watson
Editor
Fred Berner
Producer
Joshua Donen
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great White Hype
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What is The Great White Hype about?
When the champ's promoter, Rev. Sultan, decides something new is needed to boost the marketability of the boxing matches, he searches and finds the only man to ever beat the champ. The problem is that he isn't a boxer anymore and he's white. However, once Rev. Sultan convinces him to fight, he goes into heavy training while the confident champ takes it easy and falls out of shape.
Who directed The Great White Hype?
The Great White Hype was directed by Reginald Hudlin.
Who stars in The Great White Hype?
The principal cast of The Great White Hype includes Samuel L. Jackson, Jeff Goldblum, Peter Berg, Corbin Bernsen, Jon Lovitz.
When was The Great White Hype released and how long is it?
The Great White Hype was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Great White Hype?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Great White Hype was composed by Marcus Miller.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Great White Hype?
The Great White Hype holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).