More Than An Athlete

About More Than An Athlete

'More Than An Athlete' is an intriguing documentary TV series that first aired in 2019. The series offers an in-depth exploration of the lives of athletes beyond their performance in sports. It focuses on their challenges, sacrifices, and other aspects that contribute to their identity besides being exceptional athletes. The series goes behind the scenes to depict the athletes’ struggle, their journey of becoming a champion, their personal and professional highs and lows, and their influence on society.

Making / Production

'More Than An Athlete', produced by ESPN films, is carefully crafted to provide an enlightening blend of sports and human interest storylines. Each episode is intricately put together to uncover the narratives of an athlete's life, with ample use of interviews, archival footage, and personal anecdotes. The executive producers work closely with the athletes and their associates to ensure truthful recollection and portrayal of events.

Actors

• LeBron James - Playing himself, LeBron James offers an intimate look into his life beyond basketball. His portrayal won over audiences with its sincere storytelling.
• Maverick Carter - As himself, Maverick Carter, best known as LeBron's business partner, provided insights into the business side of the sports industry.
• Rob Gronkowski - Playing Himself, NFL star Rob Gronkowski, showcases his off-field life, struggles and triumphs.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is aired on ESPN, one of the biggest American cable sports channel.
• 'More than an Athlete' aims to redefine the perception of athletes.
• The series provides a platform for the athletes to tell their own stories.

Quotes

• "What I do on the field is only a small part of who I am."
• "There's so much more to us than what you see in the games."

Music, Soundtrack

• “Inspirational Epic” by Olexandr Ignatov, which drives the heavy emotional elements of the series.
• “Dream of Glory” by Ian Post, a tune designed to set the sporting spirit afire.