In a future where corporations control nearly every aspect of society, the world’s most popular sport is more than just entertainment. One legendary athlete becomes so successful that the people in power begin seeing him as a threat, forcing him to choose between personal survival and standing for something bigger than himself. As the violence escalates, so do the questions about freedom, fame, and control. Next week, we’re reviewing a sci-fi classic about corporate power, spectacle, and what happens when one man refuses to play by the rules. Commissioned by Jeramiah W. 7/19/26.

• Year: 1975
• Budget: About $5 million
• Box Office: About $30 million worldwide
• Awards: No major awards