
Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning
Jim Thorpe was a Native American icon whose athletic prowess reshaped the landscape of 20th-century sports, defying the brutal challenges of racial prejudice along the way. Based on extensive interviews and utilizing Jim’s own writing this documentary brings together a diverse array of Native American scholars, historians, athletes, and influential sports commentators.
- Year: 2025
- Country: United States of America
- Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
- Studio: History
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- Director: Chris Eyre
- Cast: Jim Thorpe