Plot — 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 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.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2017 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 77 min |
| Audience Score | 71% (7.1/10, 13 votes) |
This Was the XFL — FAQ
Is This Was the XFL worth watching? This Was the XFL holds a 7.1/10 rating from 13 viewers. 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 th
Who directed This Was the XFL? Directed by Charlie Ebersol.
Who is in the cast of This Was the XFL? It stars Dick Ebersol, Vince McMahon, Bob Costas, Jesse Ventura, Ken Schanzer, Jonathan Coachman and more.
Where can I stream This Was the XFL? You can stream This Was the XFL on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did This Was the XFL release? It released in 2017.
