The Best That Never Was
"He could outrun everything except expectations"
Originally released in 2010. The Best That Never Was is a documentary film. directed by Jonathan Hock.
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 9, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (15 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 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 M...
Who directed The Best That Never Was?
The Best That Never Was was directed by Jonathan Hock.
How long is The Best That Never Was?
The Best That Never Was has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was The Best That Never Was released?
The Best That Never Was was released on November 9, 2010 in theaters.