Amazon Prime Video has been enhancing its sports offerings with Thursday Night NFL matches and an extensive agreement with the NBA that kicks off later this month.
While Prime Video’s collection of sports documentaries hasn’t quite caught up with its live sports expansion, there remain several titles worth watching.
Watch With Us presents our recommendations for the must-see Prime Video sports documentaries currently available.
This month’s curated list features documentaries covering a range of major league sports, along with a retrospective on a legendary soccer player from the global arena.
‘Bye Bye Barry’ (2023)
Detroit Lions running back Barry Sanders was an extraordinary talent during his NFL tenure, poised to shatter records. However, in 1998, he unexpectedly retired just before achieving significant career milestones.
Bye Bye Barry dives into Sanders’ perspective behind that momentous decision. While fans in Detroit were initially unsympathetic, his legacy has since been solidified.
Catch Bye Bye Barry streaming on Prime Video.
‘Game 7: Cubs vs. Indians 2016’ (2025)
Game 7 is a compilation of standalone documentaries highlighting some of the most exciting playoff series in baseball, hockey, and basketball. Each of these sports culminates in a thrilling game 7 where anything can happen.
Among the highlights of the Cubs vs. Indians 2016 game is its place in MLB lore. This remarkable contest opened with a home run and culminated in a dramatic rain delay leading into a tense 10th inning. Both the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians were chasing championship droughts that spanned decades. One team’s long wait came to an end that night.
Stream Game 7: Cubs vs. Indians 2016 now on Prime Video.
‘One Man and His Shoes’ (2021)
The impact of marketing endorsements in sports over the last fifty years is massive, but few stories compare to the phenomenon around One Man and His Shoes. You likely know the focus is on Michael Jordan and the transformative Air Jordan sneakers.
This isn’t just another commercial for Nike; it presents a narrative that dives deeper, exposing troubling aspects like violence tied to the pursuit of these coveted shoes. Families affected by this dark side share their stories in the documentary.
Watch One Man and His Shoes streaming on Prime Video.
‘Hugo Sánchez, the Goal and the Glory’ (2022)
Hugo Sánchez, the Goal and the Glory is a documentary presented in Spanish that highlights the career of Hugo Sánchez, one of Mexico’s soccer legends, esteemed as one of the top players in international football history.
The film chronicles significant moments from his impressive career, including his time at Real Madrid, where he established himself as a prolific scorer.
Find Hugo Sánchez, the Goal and the Glory streaming on Prime Video.
‘The Identity Theft Of Mitch Mustain’ (2015)
The title The Identity Theft of Mitch Mustain suggests a narrative about identity theft, yet it serves as a witty introduction to the story of Mitch Mustain, a former college football star.
Mustain once held the title of the nation’s top high school quarterback and boasted an undefeated record during his early college tenure at Arkansas. However, his transfer to USC marked a turning point where he struggled to recapture his prior success. This film is not merely about a decline but a contemplation of the disparity between aspirations and reality faced by athletes.
Watch The Identity Theft of Mitch Mustain streaming on Prime Video.
