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YOU ARE LOOKING LIVE! covers the history of THE NFL TODAY, the first live studio show in sports broadcasting that debuted in 1975. The documentary features interviews with surviving cast members like Brent Musburger and Jayne Kennedy, as well as contemporary figures such as Jim Nantz and Gayle King. It includes innovative recreations of the 1985 NFL TODAY set and presents archival footage that has not been seen before.
The film emphasizes the show's significance in promoting diversity, being the first studio program to include both a Black cast member and a female cast member. Insights from original hosts like Phyllis George and Irv Cross illustrate how THE NFL TODAY set the standard for future sports broadcasts, providing previews and coverage of every NFL game across the nation.
Why Watch
- •See Brent Musburger's insights on sports broadcasting.
- •Find out how diversity shaped THE NFL TODAY.
- •Meet the original cast members and their impact.
Did You Know
•THE NFL TODAY debuted in 1975, changing sports broadcasting forever.
•Brent Musburger and Jayne Kennedy are among the surviving cast members.
•The documentary features never-before-seen archival footage.
•Phyllis George and Irv Cross were original hosts of THE NFL TODAY.
Perfect For
NFL history fansSports broadcasting enthusiastsTelevision history buffs