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The 5th Man

"The finish line was just the beginning."

August 16, 2022

Released 4 years ago in 2022. The 5th Man is a documentary film. directed by Trey Nelson.

Synopsis

For 50 years, Paul Limmer was a world class track coach at Long Island's Mepham High School. He holds NY State's record for wins with 737 and was inducted into the 2016 New Balance Coaches Hall of Fame. Limmer's true legacy, however, just has nothing to do with awards. Thousands of former athletes, many of whom never broke a single record or won a solitary trophy, credit him for changing their lives. This is the story of all the other kids - the ones who never felt "seen" - until Paul Limmer came into their lives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 16, 2022 3 years ago
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The 5th Man about?

For 50 years, Paul Limmer was a world class track coach at Long Island's Mepham High School. He holds NY State's record for wins with 737 and was inducted into the 2016 New Balance Coaches Hall of ...

Who directed The 5th Man?

The 5th Man was directed by Trey Nelson.

When was The 5th Man released?

The 5th Man was released on August 16, 2022 in theaters.