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TV series

Being Mike Tyson

20131 season

A six-part documentary series offering viewers a raw and cinematic look at the former heavyweight champ. Not a look back, but instead, a look inward at one of the most iconic and divisive characters in recent history.

Availability

Not streaming in United States

Checked Jul 22, 2026

Being Mike Tyson premiered September 22, 2013. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.

Synopsis

A six-part documentary series offering viewers a raw and cinematic look at the former heavyweight champ. Not a look back, but instead, a look inward at one of the most iconic and divisive characters in recent history.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

The Real Deal

22m7.0 / 10

In one of their first extended encounters since the 1997 ear-biting , Mike visits former rival Evander Holyfield and explores their uniquely shared experiences - both highs and lows.

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Episode 2

Quiet Before the Storm

22m

Mike's one-man show stops first in Indianapolis. Battling his own anxiety about how he will be received, he begins this personal journey to be embraced as a legitimate entertainer.

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Episode 3

The Corner Man

22m

Mike visits with sports legend and personal hero, Jim Brown, and discusses marriage, fidelity and parenting. Mike shares his own shortcomings as he strives to be a role model.

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Episode 4

Feeding the Fire

22m

Mike brings his wife Kiki back to where it all began for him as a boxer - Cus D'Amato's boxing gym in the Catskills - where he explores the true influence that Cus had on him.

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Episode 5

On the Shoulders of Giants

22m

As Mike reflects upon his own legacy, he connects with greats who came before him. He attends a UFC event with Dana White, who highlights how Mike's legacy helped bridge boxing and MMA.

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Episode 6

I'm Just Mike

22mfinale

Mike's tour comes to a close and he continues his journey. He tries his hand at stand-up and visits his childhood neighborhood, for a glimpse of life before he became "Iron Mike Tyson."

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Episode information updated Jul 27, 2026

More about Being Mike Tyson

Cast

Mike TysonSelf

Credits

Written by
Danny O'Malley, Claire Dagress

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Documentary
Episodes
6
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • FS1United States
  • Boardwalk PicturesUnited States

Themes

boxerboxingsports