There are few athletes with such an interesting, if not troubled history as Mike Tyson. His story is seemingly tailor-made for a film or TV adaptation. And that’s exactly what’s coming to Hulu next month in “Mike.”
As seen in the trailer for “Mike,” the new Hulu series follows the life and career of Mike Tyson, one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport. From his rise as a teen phenom to his superstardom to his downfall and eventual rise again, Tyson’s story is a true rollercoaster.
The series stars Trevante Rhodes, Russell Hornsby, Harvey Keitel, Laura Harrier, Li Eubanks, Olunike Adeliyi, and B.J. Minor. “Mike” is created by Steven Rogers, the screenwriter behind “I, Tonya.” Karin Gist is on board as the showrunner. She’s probably best known for her extensive TV work on shows such as “Our Kind of People,” “Star,” and “Mixed-ish.”
“Mike” debuts on Hulu on August 25. You can watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis:
From creator/screenwriter Steven Rogers and the team behind “I, Tonya” and showrunner Karin Gist, executive producer of “Our Kind of People,” “Mike” explores the dynamic and controversial story of Mike Tyson. The eight-episode limited series explores the tumultuous ups and downs of Tyson’s boxing career and personal life – from being a beloved global athlete to a pariah and back again. Focusing the lens on Mike Tyson, the series examines class in America, race in America, fame and the power of media, misogyny, the wealth divide, the promise of the American Dream and ultimately our own role in shaping Mike’s story. “Mike” is an unauthorized and no-holds-barred look at the life of Mike Tyson – and it is one wild ride.
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