Overview

• Tam O’Shaughnessy recounts how she and Ride maintained a private 27-year partnership from the mid-1980s until Ride’s death in 2012.
• National Geographic airs 'Sally' on June 16 with streaming availability on Hulu and Disney+ starting June 17.
• The film uses archival footage and interviews to trace Ride’s path to becoming the first American woman in space on June 18, 1983, and her role on the Challenger disaster investigation.
• Cristina Costantini’s documentary sheds light on the homophobic and sexist culture of Ride’s era and the professional risks that influenced her decision to remain closeted.
• By centering Ride’s personal life, the documentary underscores the ongoing need for representation and support of LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM fields.