Rulon Gardner Won't Die was directed by Adam Irving and produced by Frank Marshall and Mandalay Sports Media. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. While the "miracle on the mat" in 2000 brought Gardner fame, he has faced no shortage of adversity in the years since then, including significant weight gain, multiple near-death experiences and bankruptcy. “This ambitious documentary series is a hallmark of our programming efforts to bring Olympic heroes to life outside of the Games themselves.”. The astonishing true story of Rulon Gardner, a dairy farmer from Wyoming who shocked the world at the Sydney Olympics, overcoming 2000 to 1 odds by defeating a Russian wrestler who hadn't lost a single match in 13 years. Adam Irving and produced by Frank Marshall and Mandalay Sports Media. But he was able to persevere, just like in 2000, when he stunned the world, defeating Karelin for the gold. In addition to olympicchannel.com, the film can be viewed June 3 on the Olympic Channel mobile and connected TV apps. Rulon Gardner Won't Die—a documentary chronicling the rise, fall and redemption of Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Rulon Gardner—is set to premiere June 3 as part of the International Olympic Committee's Olympic Channel. In Rulon Gardner Won’t Die, he shares his personal journey, from humble roots growing up on a Wyoming farm to finding fame at the Olympic Games Sydney 2000, … “Frank Marshall and Mike Tollin are among the world’s greatest storytellers and we look forward to sharing the stories of these incredible athletes with the world in the lead up to the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 hosted in 2021,” said Mark Parkman, general manager of the IOC’s global Olympic Channel. “The Olympic Games have a rich history of memorable moments as well as controversial moments, so I’m very excited to be able to tell the incredible stories of Rulon Gardner and other Olympic greats through this inspiring series, which combines my passion for filmmaking with my passion for the Olympics,” said Marshall.

', Itchy Dog? “These are stories of determination and grit, of overcoming obstacles, and achieving against long odds. Reported HIAC main event Click here to login or here to sign up. I hope that people watching at home will find their own sources of motivation and determination—especially during tough and unpredictable times like we are going through now—and remember that when you get knocked down, you can always get up and persevere. Undisputed Era face turn? Finally, after ballooning to 500 lbs., Rulon won America's heart competing on a season of The Biggest Loser only to lose his life savings and retreat into obscurity after getting swindled in a real estate deal that cost him his Olympic medals. Login to create it. We don't have any reviews for Rulon Gardner Won't Die. Can't find a movie or TV show? Gardner, who narrates the film, said the following about the documentary and the lessons he aims to teach through it: "This film is an honest look at not only the success I have achieved but at the hardships that preceded and have followed my Olympic experience. Sign up for Deadline's Newsletter. Karelin had been undefeated for 13 years and previously won gold at the 1988, 1992 and 1996 Summer Games. Directed by Adam Irving. Months after winning his gold medal, Rulon's toe was amputated from severe frostbite after a near-death wilderness stranding in sub-zero temperatures. “We’re so proud of this slate,” said Tollin.
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youngest of nine children on a Wyoming farm to his improbable Olympic triumph over one of the most dominant Greco-Roman wrestlers of all time. Everybody not named Roman Reigns we'd love to see the People's Champ fight, Five Rings Films documentary series, follows Gardner from his childhood as the.

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AEW video game coming? At the age of 28, Gardner upset Russia's Aleksandr Karelin at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia, to win gold in Greco-Roman wrestling. The film will be available at olympicchannel.com, and the debut trailer was officially released to the public Wednesday: Rulon Gardner Won't Die, which is part of the Five Rings Films documentary series, follows Gardner from his childhood as the youngest of nine children on a Wyoming farm to his improbable Olympic triumph over one of the most dominant Greco-Roman wrestlers of all time. These heroes remind us of why we love sports and why the Olympics continue to inspire us.”. MSM's Mike Tollin, who is the executive producer for ESPN's. A Proven Way To Remove Their Allergies, Jessica Alba says she was banned from making eye contact with cast members on the set of 'Beverly Hills, 90210', Ex-'Tarzan' actor Ron Ely sues Santa Barbara sheriffs over 'wrongful' deaths of wife and son, Trump finally condemns white supremacists: ‘I don't know much about the Proud Boys...but I condemn that’, Arthritis Treatments Your Doctor May Not Share, Gloria Steinem and Julie Taymor explain why the 'Karen' meme is sexist, Scott Disick Gets Surprising Test Results During KUWTK Health Scare, Kayleigh McEnany Apologizes After Falsely Claiming Amy Coney Barrett Was a Rhodes Scholar: ‘My Bad’, With Golden Nugget, You Have Over 650+ Ways to Win, Tucker Carlson says Biden did not seem senile at debate and it was a mistake to focus on his mental state, Louisiana Man Accused of Lewd Behavior with 15-Year-Old, Secretly Living in Her Room for a Month, Jay Cutler shares trophy hunting photos as Kristin Cavallari says she's 'working on' legally dropping his name, Giada Stops Denying, Finally Confirms The Rumors, Dr. Dre Wins Legal Battle in Divorce, Won't Have to Pay $1.5 Million to Estranged Wife, Meghan Markle Shares Sweet Update on Son Archie: 'He Is All Over the Place’, UFC Docu 'UFC 1: Origin Of The Octagon' In Works Via Sports Illustrated TV, Mandalay Sports Media, Frank Marshall Teams With Moby For Helder Guimarães 'Invisible Tango' Stage Show, Governors Awards Honorees: Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Marvin Levy, Lalo Schifrin & Cicely Tyson, Coronavirus: U.S. Death Toll Hits 70,000 As Number Of COVID-19 Cases Worldwide Passes 3.5 Million - Update, Coronavirus: Movies That Have Halted Or Delayed Production Amid Outbreak, Hong Kong Filmart Postponed Due To Coronavirus Fears; Event Moves Two Weeks Before Toronto. In addition to Gardner's narration, interviews with Karelin, Bob Costas, Katie Couric, Jim Lampley and a host of others are featured in the documentary. The astonishing true story of Rulon Gardner, a dairy farmer from Wyoming who shocked the world at the Sydney Olympics, overcoming 2000 to 1 odds by defeating a Russian wrestler who hadn't lost a single match in 13 years. Then with 9 toes - and after surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident, Rulon won another medal at the next Olympics, only to survive a plane crash by swimming two miles in a freezing lake. By continuing to use TMDb, you are agreeing to this policy. I am so grateful to the team at Olympic Channel for sharing my story with the world.".

Gardner also went on to win a bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece, after which he retired from the sport. You can review our cookie policy to learn more. A Brilliant Curling Story (Working Title): Despite a lack of funding, five unassuming women from Scotland united for a shot at Olympic curling glory for Great Britain and won the hearts of a nation in the process at the Olympic Games Salt Lake City 2002. Months after winning his gold medal, Rulon's toe was amputated from severe frostbite after a near-death wilderness stranding in sub-zero temperatures. Now, Gardner is a high school wrestling coach who is attempting to impart the wisdom he learned in wrestling and life onto others. The astonishing true story of Rulon Gardner, a dairy farmer from Wyoming who shocked the world at the Sydney Olympics, overcoming 2000 to 1 odds by defeating a Russian wrestler who hadn't lost a single match in 13 years. We use cookies to help give you a better experience on TMDb. His story of triumph will be featured in a documentary called “Rulon Gardner won’t Die.” It’s set to air on the Olympic Channel on June 7th. With Bob Costas, Katie Couric, Rulon Gardner, Philip Hersh.