Ronnie Coleman: The King

A bittersweet, admiring look at a champion's glory and his painful decline, equal parts inspiring and sobering to watch.

Directed by

Vlad Yudin

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Shawn Ray

Overview

Ronnie Coleman is known as "The King" and for good reason. He is the 8x Mr. Olympia champion in the world of bodybuilding - sharing the world record for most Olympia wins. Now retired, he has undergone over 6 surgeries leaving him unable to walk without crutches but his desire to train like a pro bodybuilder has not dissipated. Exploring the history of his career as a bodybuilding legend and following his journey to recovery; for the first time ever discover the true man behind The King.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Sport, ambition, healing, identity

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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