Name: It's in the Game: Madden NFL
Released: 2024-11-26T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Anthony White, Baker Mayfield, Barry Sanders

TV Show · Documentary · Sports

The partnership between a computer programmer and football coach John Madden sparks the Madden NFL video game franchise against all odds, changing sports gaming forever.

2024 · 49m

Starring Anthony White, Baker Mayfield, Barry Sanders

Director Jeremiah Zagar

EPISODE 1

CAN A COMPUTER MAKE YOU CRY?

Developers work on Madden NFL 25, the 2024 instalment in the series. They face high expectations from dedicated fans and aim to deliver an authentic, innovative game that stays true to the original vision of creators Trip Hawkins and John Madden.

49m
EPISODE 2

Pressure Makes Diamonds

EA rule gaming in the early 1990s, launching annual Madden games in 1992 to stay ahead, but issues peak in 1996 when Madden NFL's PlayStation version is cancelled, costing the franchise its market leadership.

52m
EPISODE 3

Everything's Fine and We're Shipping on Time

EA Sports face backlash from the Madden '96 error, giving rivals a chance to gain ground. However, the Madden team prepare to unveil a secret weapon, poised to reclaim their dominance in the gaming industry.

49m
EPISODE 4

WE ARE DEFINITELY IN THE FOURTH QUARTER

The Madden team make final preparations for Madden NFL 25's release. As launch day approaches, excitement grows for the game's reception and the developers are eager to see how the public responds to this landmark edition.

49m