Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 16, 2013
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6

Critic Reviews

  1. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    Nov 18, 2013
    80
    Lee directs the film in a way that spotlights Tyson’s humor and a degree of articulation that probably still surprises a lot of people.
  2. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tom Gliatto
    Nov 20, 2013
    75
    The anecdotes slam into each other with a punch-drunk indifference--but director Spike Lee's style is a series of swift jabs. [18 Nov 2013, p.47]
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Jessica Shaw
    Nov 15, 2013
    75
    There's no doubt that the former heavyweight champ comes off far better than you ever imagined in this filming of his 2012 Broadway one-man show, directed with spark and sincere admiration by longtime friend Spike Lee.
  5. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    Nov 15, 2013
    70
    Strictly in TV terms, Lee has done an admirable job of bringing the 86-minute performance to the screen, for the most part avoiding tight close-ups because Tyson’s body and movements are such a part of the show, working up a noticeable sweat as he prowls the stage.
  6. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Josh Modell
    Nov 15, 2013
    67
    Here, he proves himself a solid entertainer with a fascinating story, but never comes across as fully believable, as if he’s actually sharing the whole story.

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 3 out of 12
  1. kevinluv
    Nov 17, 2013
    9
    Give credit where credit is due. Sad to say, the beginning of the Mike Tyson story is not unusual; disadvantaged, broken dysfunction family,Give credit where credit is due. Sad to say, the beginning of the Mike Tyson story is not unusual; disadvantaged, broken dysfunction family, poorly educated, brought up on the tough streets of Brooklyn, but a young man with unusual pugilistic talent and although Cus D'Amato believes in him, tells Mike, that he will one day become the youngest heavyweight champion of the world; we need only to remember that this world is filled with unfulfilled destinies, and broken dreams. Iron Mike through hard work, talent, and dedication, fulfills those dreams and his story becomes one then of fame, fortune, and pleasure absolutely shattered. Still we learn through this one-man drama, that just below the surface of Tyson, through all the ups and downs, incarceration, drug addiction, and divorce that he yearns most for familial love both to give and to receive.… Full Review »
  2. Sonnylaursen
    Jun 15, 2014
    0
    Should have been to Denmark but canceled for the 2nd time, wrote a email to ask why but no answer, so bad and lousy from a so called champ andShould have been to Denmark but canceled for the 2nd time, wrote a email to ask why but no answer, so bad and lousy from a so called champ and his manager or who is in charge, yes I am disapointed, we have so rarely a chance to see big former personalities.… Full Review »
  3. realmc26
    Feb 1, 2014
    1
    I was wanting to like this, was wanting to hear something a bit more substantial. Instead after what seemed like a 10 minute rant on how heI was wanting to like this, was wanting to hear something a bit more substantial. Instead after what seemed like a 10 minute rant on how he kicked a boxers ass in a nightclub, I couldn't stand what was, in collaboration with a fawning audience, just a glorification of brutal violence. I just felt pity for the guy. I didn't want to watch past about 53 minutes. Still a thug at heart and I was hoping he would redeem himself to a certain degree.… Full Review »
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