Remember the XFL? Yeah, the one from 2001. It was loud, brash, and…well, it didn’t last long.
But don't write it off just yet! ESPN's 30 for 30 documentary, This Was The XFL, is a wild ride back to that short-lived football league.
So, Why Should You Watch It?
Think of it as a train wreck you can't look away from. In the best way possible, of course!
First off, the characters are unbelievable. You've got Vince McMahon, the wrestling mogul who thought he could reinvent football. Need we say more?
Then there are the players. These weren't your typical NFL stars. They were hungry, maybe a little crazy, and definitely entertaining. They played hard!
It's a Time Capsule
The documentary is a total blast from the past. Baggy jeans, frosted tips, and early 2000s internet. It's all there!
Seeing the technology of the time makes you appreciate how far we've come. Remember dial-up? It was a different world.
Beyond the Laughs
This Was The XFL isn't just about the goofy moments. It dives into the ambition (or hubris?) behind the league.
It explores why it failed. Was it too gimmicky? Did people not take it seriously? The documentary gives you plenty to think about.
It also examines the risk Vince McMahon took. It's a business story as much as a sports story.
More Than Just Football
This 30 for 30 explores a lot of themes. Risk, failure, and the pursuit of a wild idea.
It's about the American dream, in a very strange and chaotic way. People were hoping for a new beginning.
The film asks questions about what makes something "real." What is authentic?
The Interviews are Gold
The filmmakers got everyone to talk. From McMahon himself to the players who were in the trenches.
Hearing their perspectives is fascinating. They have all different views on what happened and why.
Some are still bitter. Others are amused. It's a really diverse group of voices.
So, Give it a Watch!
Seriously, even if you don't like football, you'll probably enjoy This Was The XFL.
It's a story about ambition, failure, and a whole lot of attitude. It's pure entertainment.
It's a great example of the 30 for 30 series's ability to find the interesting stories in sports history. Go watch it.
You won't be disappointed. Get ready to laugh!
Think of it as the ultimate "what were they thinking?" moment. A fun experience.
Prepare yourself for football like you've never seen it before. A different kind of game.
Give This Was The XFL a watch! You might just become an XFL fan (retroactively, of course).
“Are you ready for some football?” - Maybe not, but you're ready for this documentary!
