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3 seasons · 24 episodes · best: S1E3 "Ronnie O'Sullivan" 9.6

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Sporting legends speak honestly and candidly about their careers, giving a fascinating insight into the mindset required to reach the very top of their game.

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Directors: Tim MacKenzie-Smith, Gabriel Clarke
Produced by: Tim MacKenzie-Smith, Gabriel Clarke, James Williams
Music by: Jim Copperthwaite, Jono Buchanan

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October 23, 2012 · April 14, 2015 · Ended

First aired: October 23, 2012
Last aired: April 14, 2015
Status: Ended
Length: 3 seasons · 24 episodes
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom

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5 questions, like "Is Sports Life Stories worth watching?"

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Is Sports Life Stories worth watching?

69

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.9). Season 3 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 7.8 against 9.6 for the best season.

Is Sports Life Stories okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Sports Life Stories?

18 h

About 18 hours: 24 episodes in 3 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2012 to 2015.

Is Sports Life Stories plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch Sports Life Stories?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.