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Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel 1995

★ 7.3/10 · 4 votes TV-PG News 29 seasons · 320 eps Ended
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What is Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel?

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel is a television series that premiered in 1995. The program functions as a monthly sports newsmagazine.

Type
TV series
Year
1995
Status
Ended
Episodes
320
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Apr 2, 1995
Last aired
Dec 19, 2023
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
HBO
Genres
News
Updated
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Overview

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel is a television series that premiered in 1995. The program functions as a monthly sports newsmagazine. According to host Bryant Gumbel, the show was created because sports have undergone significant changes and are no longer viewed simply as fun and games. The series focuses on the concept that events occurring off the field and beyond final scores merit serious journalistic reporting. By examining these broader issues, the program aims to provide viewers with an in-depth look at the complex world of athletics. The show is classified as a news program and carries a TV-PG rating. As an archival record, the series is documented within the database of The Movie Database. The core premise remains rooted in the idea that the sports landscape has evolved into a subject worthy of rigorous investigation, moving the focus of the newsmagazine away from standard game coverage and toward the social and professional realities that define the modern sports industry.

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Should you watch it?

“This monthly newsmagazine investigates the serious issues occurring off the field in the world of sports.”

Reasons to watch
  • in-depth reporting
  • focus on off-field issues
Keep in mind
  • monthly release schedule

Watch it if you are interested in the complex stories behind the scores in professional sports.

The series is rated TV-PG and focuses on serious news reporting.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 4 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 5 episodes
Season 3 · 6 episodes
Season 4 · 6 episodes
Season 5 · 12 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the format of the show?

It is a monthly sports newsmagazine.

Who hosts the program?

The show is hosted by Bryant Gumbel.

What does the show cover?

It covers serious issues occurring off the field rather than just game scores.

When did the show begin?

The series began in 1995.

What is the rating of the show?

The show is rated TV-PG.