Glickman (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 2013, Glickman is a documentary film directed by James L. Freedman, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. Before Marv Albert and Bob Costas, there was Marty Glickman. A gifted Jewish-American athlete who was denied the chance to represent the U.S. at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, he went on to become one of the most revered and influential sportscasters in history, pioneering many of the techniques, phrases and programming innovations that are commonplace in sports reporting today.

Who’s in it. Glickman stars Marty Glickman as Himself (archive footage), Marv Albert as Himself, Bob Costas as Himself and Frank Gifford as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Glickman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Glickman page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Glickman (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Glickman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Glickman worth watching?
Glickman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Glickman?
Glickman stars Marty Glickman, Marv Albert, Bob Costas, Frank Gifford and Jim Brown.
When was Glickman released?
Glickman was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.