Nike's Big Bet (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2021, Nike's Big Bet is a documentary and crime film directed by Paul Kemp, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. On October 1, 2019 Alberto Salazar, perhaps the greatest track coach on Earth, was suspended for doping violations. Did he do it? Or is Salazar being victimized for his obsessive methods of pushing athletes to their absolute limits.
Who’s in it. Nike's Big Bet stars Alberto Salazar as Himself, Bob Williams as Self, Amby Burfoot as Self and Peter Thompson as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Nike's Big Bet has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Now TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nike's Big Bet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nike's Big Bet tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nike's Big Bet (2021)?
- In GB, Nike's Big Bet is available to stream on Now TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nike's Big Bet worth watching?
- Nike's Big Bet holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nike's Big Bet?
- Nike's Big Bet stars Alberto Salazar, Bob Williams, Amby Burfoot and Peter Thompson.
- When was Nike's Big Bet released?
- Nike's Big Bet was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.