Rise of the 49ers (2026)
"They wrote the playbook on greatness."
10.0 (1 votes)
1 Season
February 1, 2026
English
Documentary
Synopsis
Using rare and never-before-seen footage, as well as one-on-one interviews, discover how the San Francisco 49ers rose from an also-ran into pro football's most glamorous franchise during the '80s and early '90s.
Creator
Ryan Kelly, Nick Mascolo, Jesse Sisgold
Network
AMC
Episodes
Episodes
E1
We Built This City
Feb 1, 2026
67 min
In the 70s, a brash young owner and a brilliant coaching outcast begin to construct an NFL dynasty.
E2
Weird, and Football
Feb 1, 2026
65 min
In the 80s, the 49ers become the NFL's dominant franchise while weathering drama off the field.
E3
The Gold Standard
Feb 2, 2026
67 min
In the late 80s, on-field struggles and a quarterback controversy threaten to tear the 49ers apart.
E4
Finesse-Ass 49ers
Feb 2, 2026
66 min
With their dynasty on the line, the 49ers come together to make another miracle Super Bowl run.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Rise of the 49ers
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
4
Production
AMC Studios, Skydance Sports, NFL Films
