Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes poster
Where to stream

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes

7.220181h 35mMovieDocumentary

The life and times of Muhammed Ali shown through the lens of his numerous appearances on The Dick Cavett Show. The film features new interviews with Dick Cavett, Rev. Al Sharpton, and Larry Merchant, as well as archival material from the Cavett Show.

DirectorRobert S. Bader
WritersDick Cavett·Robert S. Bader
ProducersAllan Falk·Robert S. Bader

Where to watch

Foxtel NowFoxtel NowHBO MaxHBO MaxHBO Max Amazon ChannelHBO Max Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Robert S. Bader

DCDick Cavett
Dick Cavett
Self
MAMuhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali
Self (archive footage)
LM
Larry Merchant
Self
MXMalcolm X
Malcolm X
Self (archive footage)
IS
Ilyasah Shabazz
Self
ASAl Sharpton
Al Sharpton
Self
RR
Randy Roberts
Self
EM
Elijah Muhammad
Self (archive footage)

More from Dick Cavett · Lead actor

The Simpsons
The Simpsons
1989 · 8.0
Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump
1994 · 8.5
Childrens Hospital
Childrens Hospital
2008 · 7.0
Hotel
Hotel
1982 · 6.8
Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice
1988 · 7.4
The Odd Couple
The Odd Couple
1970 · 7.8
Amazing Stories
Amazing Stories
1985 · 7.5
Annie Hall
Annie Hall
1977 · 7.7
Alias Smith and Jones
Alias Smith and Jones
1971 · 7.0
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
1987 · 6.7
See all fromDick Cavett

More from Muhammad Ali · Co-star actor

Mid-South Wrestling
Mid-South Wrestling
1981
The Greatest
The Greatest
1977 · 5.7
WrestleMania
WrestleMania
1985 · 6.7
Europa: The Last Battle
Europa: The Last Battle
2017 · 2.0
Die Muhammad Ali Story
Die Muhammad Ali Story
1996 · 9.0
Kings of the Square Ring
Kings of the Square Ring
1978
The Summer of Love
The Summer of Love
2017 · 7.2
Doin' Time
Doin' Time
1985 · 4.8
Leon Spinks vs Muhammad Ali II
Leon Spinks vs Muhammad Ali II
1978
United We Stand: The Ali Summit
United We Stand: The Ali Summit
2018
See all fromMuhammad Ali

More like this

A Toxic Love Story
A Toxic Love Story
2026 · 6.4
Zero Days
Zero Days
2016 · 7.4
QT8: The First Eight
QT8: The First Eight
2019 · 7.2
Room 237
Room 237
2012 · 6.1
For Sama
For Sama
2019 · 8.2
Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.
Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.
2018 · 7.7
Disclosure
Disclosure
2020 · 7.8
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
2008 · 6.9
Facing Ali
Facing Ali
2009 · 7.4
Inside Deep Throat
Inside Deep Throat
2005 · 6.5
The Kid Stays in the Picture
The Kid Stays in the Picture
2002 · 6.6
Welcome to Chechnya
Welcome to Chechnya
2020 · 6.9

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes?

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes is streaming on Foxtel Now and HBO Max in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Fetch TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes on Netflix?

No, Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Foxtel Now and HBO Max.

Is Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Foxtel Now and HBO Max instead.

Where can I watch Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes for free?

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes is available on Foxtel Now and HBO Max in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes based on a true story?

Yes — Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).