ESPN Films' 30 for 30 is a documentary series showcasing unique perspectives and compelling narratives through films created by talented storytellers.
ESPN's anniversary inspired a groundbreaking documentary series, 30 for 30, featuring films from top storytellers that revolutionized the sports landscape from 1979 to 2009 with unique perspectives and passion.
Aired: May 15, 2012Pete Rose starts his day with boundless energy, surrounded by the equipment t...
Aired: Sep 26, 2012Arnold Schwarzenegger's early years in the Austrian Army are explored in the ...
Aired: Oct 25, 2012Young sports enthusiasts often discover their passion for sports through the ...
Aired: Nov 28, 2012A renowned golf legend's remarkable journey unfolds, highlighting his impress...
Aired: Jan 13, 2013The next episode follows Muhammad Ali as he embarks on a treacherous journey ...
Aired: Feb 13, 2013Walt Frazier, a former NBA great, has evolved into a fashion trendsetter, bui...
7. Holy Grail: The T206 Honus Wagner
Aired: Feb 27, 2013The next episode revolves around a highly valuable and enigmatic baseball car...
Aired: Mar 27, 2013The USA men's Olympic basketball team reunited in 2012 after nearly 40 years,...
Aired: Apr 17, 2013Legendary coach Bill Parcells shares his memorable rookie season as a head co...
Aired: May 29, 2013Legendary goalie Clint Malarchuk shares his inspiring story of overcoming chi...
Aired: Jul 24, 2013The next episode delves into the remarkable partnership between Tommy John an...
12. Wilt Chamberlain: Borscht Belt Bellhop
Aired: Aug 14, 2013Next episode of "Wilt Chamberlain: The Legend Begins" follows the iconic bask...
Aired: Aug 28, 2013The next episode explores the remarkable story of tennis legend Arthur Ashe, ...
14. Collision Course: The Murder of Don Aronow
Aired: Sep 25, 2013The next episode delves into the glamorous world of powerboat racing in the 1...
Aired: Nov 6, 2013The MLB schedule's impact on daily lives and emotions of millions of American...
Aired: Nov 20, 2013Barry Bremen, a salesman from Detroit, became notorious for faking his way as...
Aired: Jan 31, 2014A massive explosion rocks the Atlanta Summer Olympics, claiming two lives and...
Aired: Feb 12, 2014The 2003 baseball season sees a heated competition between the New York Yanke...
Aired: Mar 12, 2014The legendary story of Marquette University's 1977 championship-winning jerse...
Aired: Apr 23, 2014As the threat of nuclear war looms large in 1959, a sudden and unexpected her...
Aired: May 21, 2014The next episode of the documentary series will feature NBA legend Shawn Brad...
22. MECCA: The Floor That Made Milwaukee Famous
Aired: Jun 11, 2014The next episode explores the fascinating story of how Milwaukee, Wisconsin's...
Aired: Jul 23, 2014The next episode delves into the fascinating history and nuances of the high ...
Aired: Aug 13, 2014A 14-year-old boy named Danny was at the center of a controversy in the summe...
Aired: Sep 16, 2014Mackey Sasser's remarkable baseball abilities were often eclipsed by his unus...
Aired: Oct 7, 2014The historic 1989 trade of Herschel Walker from Dallas to Minnesota sent a se...
Aired: Nov 12, 2014On December 1, 1977, John Wensink sparked controversy by engaging in a heated...
Aired: Oct 3, 2014The 1976 boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton at Yankee Stadium r...
Aired: Jan 7, 2015Reggie Ho's college aspirations didn't revolve around football, despite his i...
Aired: Jan 21, 2015Reggie Ho's life took an unexpected turn when he traded in his pre-med dreams...
Aired: Jan 28, 2015The next episode delves into the origins of the iconic formula, paralleling i...
Aired: Feb 27, 2015The children of Ted Williams, a renowned baseball player, investigated cryoge...
Aired: Mar 18, 2015The next episode of "30 for 30" delves into the pivotal moments of a landmark...
34. Unhittable: Sidd Finch and the Tibetan Fastball
Aired: Apr 1, 2015A novice pitching prospect, Hayden "Sidd" Finch, stuns the New York Mets duri...
Aired: May 20, 2015The 1984 season was a crushing disappointment for the San Francisco Giants, w...
36. Ted Turner's Greatest Race
Aired: Jun 3, 2015Ted Turner's competitive spirit was still burning bright as he took on the 19...
Aired: Jul 8, 2015The Special Olympics Athlete Oath, "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me b...
Aired: Jul 28, 2015The next episode, "The Spy Who Caught", is about Morris "Moe" Berg, a talente...
Aired: Aug 19, 2015The untimely death of Kansas City Chiefs running back Joe Delaney, a Pro Bowl...
40. The Pittsburgh Drug Trials
Aired: Sep 11, 2015The next episode delves into the 1985 Pittsburgh Pirates' drug trials, a pivo...
Aired: Sep 28, 2015The anticipation for the Kansas City Royals' upcoming games reaches a fever p...
Aired: Oct 7, 2015Joy Johnson, 86, achieves a remarkable milestone by crossing the finish line ...
Aired: Oct 28, 2015Leonard Tose's 1969 acquisition of the Philadelphia Eagles for $16 million ki...
Aired: Nov 9, 2015Greg Louganis' life takes a dramatic turn as he faces the sudden discovery th...
Aired: Nov 11, 2015In the next episode, the spotlight shines on Friedman's Shoes, a beloved Atla...
46. Slick, Nancy, and the Telethon
Aired: Dec 1, 2015In the summer of 1977, the Indiana Pacers found themselves on the brink of fi...
Aired: Feb 9, 2016Next episode: The Rise of Friedman's Shoes, a family-owned business that revo...
Aired: Feb 17, 2016A former child prodigy, son of a legendary bowler, grapples with the pressure...
Aired: Feb 24, 2016The Yup'ik community gathers from far-flung villages along Alaska's Bering Se...
Aired: Mar 2, 2016The nation is still reeling from President Reagan's attempted assassination, ...
Aired: Mar 9, 2016Patrick Q.F. Barr's unorthodox golfing style is put to the test as he tackles...
Aired: Apr 12, 2016The next episode delves into an entertainer's unexpected passion for a specif...
Aired: Apr 19, 2016The next episode explores the lasting legacy of the 1970 Kentucky Derby, wher...
Aired: May 3, 2016The next episode of "The Unstoppable Force" explores the remarkable journey o...
55. The Shining Star of Losers Everywhere
Aired: May 10, 2016The country's economic slump in 2003 was a dark cloud, but a beacon of hope e...
Aired: May 17, 2016The next episode explores Penn State's remarkable transformation from the 201...
Aired: May 24, 2016The passage of time between Romania and Oklahoma highlights the significant i...
Aired: May 25, 2016The next episode tells the inspiring story of Alexis Arguello, a legendary ju...
Aired: Jul 27, 2016The next episode tells the captivating story of Alexis Arguello, a celebrated...
60. What the Hell Happened to Jai Alai?
Aired: Aug 2, 2016The captivating world of Jai Alai is explored, revealing its dramatic fall fr...
Aired: Dec 3, 2016A nostalgic look back at Gordie Lockbaum's remarkable college football career...
Aired: May 17, 2017The U.S. Marshal Service orchestrates a cunning sting operation, enticing loc...
Aired: Sep 12, 2017The next episode of ESPN's "30 for 30" series pays tribute to Zaevion Dobson,...
Aired: Sep 28, 2017Victoria Arlen's incredible journey began when she was just 11 years old, fig...
65. The Amazing Adventures of Wally and the Worm
Aired: Dec 15, 2017Wally Blasé, a junior trainer, was tasked by Phil Jackson with rehabilitating...
Aired: Aug 3, 2018The next episode of ESPN Films 30 for 30 short "Subject to Review" delves int...
Aired: Sep 23, 2018The next episode delves into the psychological preparation of Felix Baumgartn...
Aired: Mar 9, 2019A talented wrestler, Mack Beggs, balances his love for the sport with the obs...
Aired: Dec 22, 2019The next episode of "30 for 30" delves into the crucial impact of accurate me...
Aired: Apr 2, 2021The next episode explores the extraordinary story of Teofilo Stevenson, a ren...
Aired: Aug 25, 2021The debut of a pioneering Native American baseball player sparks a thought-pr...
Aired: Sep 27, 2022The untold story of Louis Sockalexis, the pioneering Native American baseball...
73. Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games
Aired: Nov 12, 2022The cultural significance of hand games popularized by Black girls is explore...
Aired: Nov 16, 2022Motorcycle Mary tells the story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee, ...
