The Dawgfather: The Legend of Don James

The Dawgfather: The Legend of Don James

From Small Town to College Gridiron: The Untold Legacy of 'The Dawgfather' Don James, A Coach Whose Humility, Mentorship, and Enduring Impact Transformed Football Forever.

2024

Documentary

Explores the impact of a humble coach from Ohio whose influence on college football and his players extended far beyond the field.

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Production

Rocket Soul Studios, Hand Crank Films

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Joel McHale

Joel McHale

Narrator (voice)

Warren Moon

Warren Moon

Self

Lincoln Kennedy

Self

Nick Saban

Nick Saban

Self

Lonzell Hill

Self

Bob Rondeau

Self

Gary Pinkel

Self

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