The Best That Never Was
Nov 09, 2010 · 1h 42m
Director
Jonathan HockOverview
In 1981, college athletic recruiting changed forever as a dozen big-time football programs sat waiting for the decision by a physically powerful and lightning-quick high school running back named Marcus Dupree. On his way to eclipsing Herschel Walker’s record for the most touchdowns in high school history, Dupree attracted recruiters from schools in every major conference to his hometown of Philadelphia, Miss. More than a decade removed from being a flashpoint in the civil-rights struggle, Philadelphia was once again thrust back into the national spotlight. Dupree took the attention in stride, and committed to Oklahoma. What followed, though, was a forgettable college career littered with conflict, injury and oversized expectations. Eight-time Emmy Award winner Jonathan Hock will examine why this star burned out so young and how he ultimately used football to redeem himself.
Cast of The Best That Never Was
Crew of The Best That Never Was
About The Best That Never Was
What is The Best That Never Was about?
In 1981, college athletic recruiting changed forever as a dozen big-time football programs sat waiting for the decision by a physically powerful and lightning-quick high school running back named Marcus Dupree. On his way to eclipsing Herschel Walker’s record for the most touchdowns in high school history, Dupree attracted recruiters from schools in every major conference to his hometown of…
When was The Best That Never Was released?
The Best That Never Was was released on November 9, 2010.
Where can I watch The Best That Never Was?
The Best That Never Was is streaming on Disney Plus in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is The Best That Never Was?
The Best That Never Was runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Who directed The Best That Never Was?
The Best That Never Was was directed by Jonathan Hock.
Who is in the cast of The Best That Never Was?
The cast of The Best That Never Was includes Marcus Dupree (Self), Barry Switzer (Self), Peter Jennings (Self (Archive Footage)) and Bryant Gumbel (Self (Archive Footage)).
Is The Best That Never Was on Netflix?
No, The Best That Never Was is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Disney Plus instead.