Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning (2025)
Jim Thorpe was a Native American icon whose athletic prowess reshaped the landscape of 20th-century sports, defying the brutal challenges of racial prejudice along the way. Based on extensive interviews and utilizing Jim’s own writing this documentary brings together a diverse array of Native American scholars, historians, athletes, and influential sports commentators.
Director: Chris Eyre
https://www.history.com/specials/jim-thorpe-lit-by-lightning
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Jim Thorpe as Self |
| Directing | Chris Eyre | Director |