This Was the XFL
"The greatest hype on turf."
Originally released in 2017. This Was the XFL is a documentary film. directed by Charlie Ebersol. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dick Ebersol, Vince McMahon, and Bob Costas
Synopsis
A bold challenge, a fearless experiment and ultimately, a spectacular failure. In 2001, sports entertainment titans Ebersol and McMahon launched the XFL. It was hardly the first time a league had tried to compete with the NFL, but the brash audacity of the bid, combined with the personalities and charisma of Ebersol and McMahon and the marketing behemoths of their respective companies -- NBC and WWE -- captured headlines and a sense of undeniable anticipation about what was to come.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 2, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN Films
- ESPN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is This Was the XFL about?
A bold challenge, a fearless experiment and ultimately, a spectacular failure. In 2001, sports entertainment titans Ebersol and McMahon launched the XFL. It was hardly the first time a league had t...
Who directed This Was the XFL?
This Was the XFL was directed by Charlie Ebersol.
How long is This Was the XFL?
This Was the XFL has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was This Was the XFL released?
This Was the XFL was released on February 2, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in This Was the XFL?
The main cast of This Was the XFL includes Dick Ebersol, Vince McMahon, Bob Costas, Jesse Ventura, Ken Schanzer.