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Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning
Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning

Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning

6.3/10
July 7, 2025
90 minutes
Chris Eyre
Documentary TV Movie

Overview

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.

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Movie Details

Release Date

July 7, 2025

Runtime

90 minutes

Director

Chris Eyre

Rating

6.3/10

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