Ronnie Coleman: The King

2018 • 93 minutes

About this movie

In the bodybuilding world, Ronnie Coleman is known as The King. He achieved the impossible - putting on nearly 300 lbs of muscle while still maintaining a shredded and symmetrical physique. He shares the world record for most Mr. Olympia titles, the Super Bowl of bodybuilding, at eight victories. But greatness on that scale comes with a price. Nearly 20 years later, Ronnie Coleman has had multiple spine and hip surgeries. He can barely walk and is in constant pain. Now facing yet another spinal surgery, Ronnie reflects on his legendary bodybuilding career and looks ahead at what his future will hold. A man with nonstop conviction, dedication to family, and remarkable willpower - witness the ultimate exploration of bodybuilding’s biggest legend yet.

Ratings and reviews

I enjoyed this doc. It's great to see that after all the pain and surgeries Ronnie still has his family. The only negative is that they completely glossed over his steroid use. To suggest that vodka and coffee only helped Ronnie to turn a career corner is suspect. I wish him the best. He truly is one of a kind.

I knew nothing about Bodybuilding before watching this and wasn't expecting much. But it was actually really good! Ronnie is definitely an interesting character - I thought he was a straight fool at first, but as the film went on I couldn't help but start seeing things his way. Very pleasantly surprised by this one!

Great documentary. Ronnie did it and he did it his way. From the bottom to the top and the success never change the person he was. You have to love that about him. I think this will replace Gladiator is my most motivational film.