Man in the Arena: Tom Brady (2021)
"GOAT"
Synopsis
Tom Brady shares a personal account of his 10 Super Bowl appearances, deconstructing the milestones of his career by exploring each victory and defeat.
Creator
Connor Schell, Tom Brady, Ameeth Sankaran
Network
ESPN+
Episodes
In the Arena
In 2001, Tom Brady fills-in as the Patriots' starting quarterback after Drew Bledsoe suffers an injury, and leads the Patriots to their first franchise championship with a victory over the St. Louis Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI.
The Toughest Things
In 2003, the Patriots bounce back from a difficult 2002 season and Brady helps lead the team to a victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl XXXVIII.
The Edge
In 2004, Brady leads the Patriots to back-to-back Super Bowl victories with a win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl XXXIX.
Goliaths
In 2007, the Patriots' offense reaches new heights after wide receiver Randy Moss joins the team. While Brady and the Patriots finish the regular season undefeated, they endure a loss to the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII.
No Guarantees
In 2011, Brady balances his on-field demands, as he leads the Patriots to an appearance in Super Bowl XLVI (another loss to the New York Giants, with his home life responsibilities as a husband and father.
Stop The Bleeding
In 2014, Brady finds himself at the center of the Deflategate controversy as he helps lead the Patriots to a victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX.
Surrender
In 2016, Brady goes through personal challenges, while on the field, he helps lead the Patriots to a comeback Super Bowl LI victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
Nobody's Business
In 2017, Brady goes through one of the more grueling seasons of his career, while the Patriots end the season with a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII.
Maybe
In 2018, the Patriots make their third consecutive Super Bowl trip and defeated the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LIII.
The Wheel
In 2020, Tom Brady leaves New England to start a new chapter with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and leading them to a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV, and reflects on his hopes of living up to the example set by his hero, his father.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Man in the Arena: Tom Brady
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
10
Production
ESPN Films, ESPN, Religion of Sports
