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ESPN, Words + Pictures Announce Six-Part Nick Saban Docuseries 'Saban'

The six-part series promises unprecedented access, featuring extensive archival footage.

Overview

  • The production features hundreds of hours of never-before-seen locker-room and practice material across Saban-led teams.
  • The narrative spans his 17 seasons at Alabama with six national titles plus earlier stops at LSU, the Miami Dolphins and Michigan State.
  • Nick Saban said he and his wife were ready to tell their story, citing contributions from many former players and coaches.
  • Russell Dinallo directs with Gabe Honig as showrunner, and producers include Connor Schell, Libby Geist, Aaron Cohen, Alexa Conway and Tom Rinaldi under Words + Pictures.
  • A premiere date and episode rollout remain unannounced, with the team noting more than 30 hours of interviews with Saban and over 80 additional interviews already completed.