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30 for 30

2009·Show
140Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb8.8
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IMDb8.8
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30 for 30 fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Sports, a real life story, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

30 for 30 is the title for a series of documentary films airing on ESPN, its sister networks, and online highlighting interesting people and events in sports history. This currently includes four "volumes" of 30 episodes each, a 13-episode series under the ESPN Films Presents title in 2011–2012, and a series of 30 for 30 Shorts shown through the ESPN.com website. The series has also expanded to include Soccer Stories, which aired in advance of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and audio podcasts. This entry refers to the main Volumes of the series presented by ESPN
Prestige Sports DocumentaryHistorical RetrospectiveHuman Interest StoriesESPN Original ContentEmotional DepthCultural Impact AnalysisNostalgic JourneyBiographical FocusHigh-Quality ProductionVaried Storytelling Styles

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Rodgers, Daniel Gordon, Steve James
Written by:
Michael Zimbalist, Jeff Zimbalist, Kirk Fraser
Produced by:
Adam Neuhaus, Libby Geist, Marquis Daisy
Composed by:
Dave Porter, Sam Bisbee, Joel Beckerman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about 30 for 30

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream 30 for 30 legally?

fuboTVYouTube TVSpectrum On Demand

30 for 30 is included with a subscription to fuboTV and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 30 for 30 worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 8.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 30 for 30 rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does 30 for 30 have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 140 episodes of about 60 minutes each and is still in production.

Is 30 for 30 based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did 30 for 30 air?

It started in 2009 and is still in production.

What language is 30 for 30 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch 30 for 30?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 30 for 30 in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.