The movie tells the life story of George Foreman, who grew up in poverty in Houston, Texas. Foreman first took up boxing as a teenager in order to defend himself on the streets. His talent and intensity quickly propelled him up the ranks, and he became an Olympic Gold medalist in 1968.
After turning professional, Foreman quickly established himself as one of the most dominant fighters of his era. In 1973, he famously knocked out Joe Frazier in two rounds to win the World Heavyweight Championship. However, Foreman's hard-partying lifestyle and bulldozer persona alienated fans and even his own family.
In 1977, Foreman had a near-death experience while training for a fight in Puerto Rico. This scare caused him to question his priorities and ultimately led to his retirement from boxing. Foreman spent the next decade preaching as a born-again Christian and launching various business ventures.
However, Foreman's financial troubles and observations of the struggling community around him compelled him to return to the ring in 1987 at age 38. Despite being dismissed as a has-been, Foreman shocked the world by beating reigning champion Michael Moorer to win back the World Heavyweight title. This made him the oldest heavyweight champion in history and cemented his legacy as one of the greatest fighters of all time.
The movie focuses on Foreman's transformation from a troubled youth to a boxing legend to a spiritual leader and back to the ring. It features interviews with Foreman himself, as well as archival footage and interviews with friends, family, and boxing experts. Throughout the film, Foreman's grit, perseverance, and faith are highlighted as key factors in his success.