Jamie Foxx Will Play Mike Tyson In Limited Series On Boxer’s Life

Jamie Foxx Will Play Mike Tyson In Limited Series On Boxer’s Life

Jamie Foxx is set to play Mike Tyson in an upcoming limited series about the boxing legend’s life.

According to new reports, Jamie Foxx accepted the lead role for “Tyson”, which will air on a network or streaming platform. He will also executive produce.

Antoine Fuqua is slated to direct and executive produce under the Fuqua Films umbrella. Martin Scorsese will executive produce with Sikelia Productions. Colin Preston has already written the “Pilot” and is continuing with the full series.

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Mike Tyson said of the upcoming series,

“I have been looking to tell my story for quite some time. With the recent launch of Legends Only League and the excitement from fans following my return to the ring, now feels like the perfect moment. I look forward to collaborating with Martin, Antoine, Jamie, and the entire creative team to bring audiences a series that not only captures my professional and personal journey but also inspires and entertains.”

He and his wife Kiki Tyson will executive produce with Sophie Watts and John Ryan Jr. for the boxer’s Legends Only League. LBI Entertainment’s Rick Yorn has also been named as executive producer while Azim Spicer of Legends Only League will be the associate producer.

Jamie Foxx originally secured the lead role for a biopic about Mike Tyson last year.

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