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The 1995 Mariners: Saving Baseball In Seattle(en)

Chronicling the Mariners' memorable run to their first-ever AL West title in 1995, when a team led by Ken Griffey Jr. and Randy Johnson helped keep baseball in the Pacific Northwest and punctuated the season with a stirring ALDS win over the Yankees.

The Impossible Hour(en)

The Impossible Hour is a concentrated study of Ole Ritter's attempt in Mexico City in 1974 to set a new record for the hour - described in the film as "the noblest, most difficult record that can be set on a bicycle". A brief retrospective in black and white sets the historical framework, with shots of Ritter and Eddy Merckx' successful record attempts in 1968 and 1972 respectively, and a few words about former record holders such as Fausto Coppi.The film follows Ritter's three record attempts chronologically, which, accompanied by a Mexican marching band on the bandstand, all fail.

Pelé(pt)

Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Mixing rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, this documentary celebrates the legendary Brazilian footballer who personified football as art.

Red Army(en)

A documentary highlighting the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team through the eyes of the team's Captain Slava Fetisov, following his shift from hockey star and celebrated national hero to political enemy.

Résilience(fr)

Résilience traces the story of Kevin Rolland during his world record attempt on a quarter pipe at a very important time in his life. He puts all his cards on the table hoping for the best possible outcome.

Babe Ruth Story: That Ever Livin' Babe(en)

Documentary on the life and career of Babe Ruth.

Pumping Iron(en)

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and the shy young Lou Ferrigno.

Requiem for the Big East(en)

The meteoric ascension of the Big East conference, and how in less than a decade, it became the most successful college basketball league in America.

Kalvin Phillips: The Road to City(en)

This is a tale of true determination that took Kalvin Phillips from a working-class estate in Leeds, to the pinnacle of his profession. In 2022, he made the challenging decision to leave his beloved Leeds United and join Manchester City. As he faced the pressures of adjusting to a new team he sustained a serious injury, threatening his inclusion in both Man City and the England World Cup squad

Untold: The Murder of Air McNair(en)

Steve McNair was an NFL legend whose life was seemingly cut short by a crime of passion. Is there more to this chilling tragedy than meets the eye?

Untold: Sign Stealer(en)

In this sports documentary, Connor Stalions addresses the allegations surrounding the Michigan football sign-stealing scandal for the first time.

Untold: Hope Solo vs. U.S. Soccer(en)

World Cup champion Hope Solo opens up about her turbulent rise to the top of women's soccer amid public scandals and tension with former teammates.

Secret of the Ninth(ar)

Documentary about the Egyptian club Al-Ahly achieving the title of the African Champions League for the ninth time (2020) after failing to achieve the title since 2013, and the film revolves in several chapters between failure and fear until we reach the title.

TYSON(en)

Mike Tyson escaped a life of poverty and petty crime to make a name for himself, becoming the youngest Heavyweight Champion of the World and a household name—but his rise was followed by a very public fall. In this remarkably candid portrait, the boxer addresses his controversial past, including the rape charge that sent him to prison and his struggles with substance abuse, while also detailing his ultimate recovery and comeback.

In the Deed the Glory: Memorial Stadium(en)

Lincoln, Nebraska, is home to a college football cathedral. For 100 years, a once simple stadium has become hallowed ground for a sport and a state. Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhusker football team, is a mecca of the sport. On Saturdays in the fall, the fans that fill the stadium make it the third largest city in the state. Take a look at 100 years of Memorial Stadium.

Shirine Boukli : Phénomène judo(fr)

Around My Island(en)

Cameras follow Irish solo sailor Tom Dolan as he attempts to sail single-handed around the island of Ireland, which is one of the toughest feats in sailing.

Icarus(en)

While investigating the furtive world of illegal doping in sports, director Bryan Fogel connects with renegade Russian scientist Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov—a pillar of his country’s “anti-doping” program. Over dozens of Skype calls, urine samples, and badly administered hormone injections, Fogel and Rodchenkov grow closer despite shocking allegations that place Rodchenkov at the center of Russia’s state-sponsored Olympic doping program.

Riding Giants(en)

Riding Giants is story about big wave surfers who have become heroes and legends in their sport. Directed by the skateboard guru Stacy Peralta.

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