Greg Whiteley

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Greg Whiteley

Born November 11, 1969 · Provo, Utah, USA (age 56)

Greg Beck Whiteley (born November 11, 1969) is the creator, executive producer, and director of the Netflix documentary series Cheer (2020–present) and Last Chance U (2016–2020). His films include New York Doll (2005), Resolved (2007), Mitt (2014), and Most Likely to Succeed (2015).

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ResolvedResolved · 2007
Resolved
7.22007
MovieDocumentary
The fascinating complexity of high school debate gives way to a portrait of the equally complex racial and class bias of American education in Greg Whiteley's riveting documentary.
MittMitt · 2014
Mitt
6.32014
MovieDocumentary
A filmmaker is granted unprecedented access to a political candidate and his family as he runs for President.
New York DollNew York Doll · 2005
New York Doll
6.82005
MovieDocumentaryMusic
A recovering alcoholic and recently converted Mormon, Arthur "Killer" Kane, of the rock band The New York Dolls, is given a chance at reuniting with his band after 30 years.
Most Likely to SucceedMost Likely to Succeed · 2015
Most Likely to Succeed
8.12015
MovieDocumentary
The current educational system in the United States was developed a century ago during the rise of the industrial age and was once the envy of the world. However, the world economy has since transformed profoundly, but the US education system has not. Schools are attempting to teach and test skills, when mastered, that still leave graduates woefully unprepared for the 21st Century. After presenting this problem, the documentary focuses on the story of a school in San Diego that is completely rethinking what the experience of going to school looks like. As we follow students, parents and teachers through a truly unorthodox school experience, the audience is forced to consider what sort of educational environment is most likely to succeed in the 21st century?
CheerCheer · 2020
Cheer
7.32020
SeriesDocumentary
The stakes on the mat are high, but for these cheerleaders, the only thing more brutal than their workouts and more exceptional than their performances are the stories of adversity and triumph behind the athletes themselves.
AMERICA'S SWEETHEARTS: Dallas Cowboys CheerleadersAMERICA'S SWEETHEARTS: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders · 2024
AMERICA'S SWEETHEARTS: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
8.32024
SeriesDocumentary
Follow the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders from auditions to training camp and the NFL season as they chase their dreams and a coveted spot on the squad.
Last Chance ULast Chance U · 2016
Last Chance U
7.22016
SeriesDocumentary
In a docuseries set at one of NCAA football's most fertile recruiting grounds, guys with red flags seek to prove their worth on the field and in class.
WrestlersWrestlers · 2023
Wrestlers
7.02023
SeriesDocumentary
At a storied professional wrestling organization, new owners and a roster of rising stars strive to make an impact beyond the ring in this docuseries.

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Most Likely to SucceedMost Likely to Succeed · 2015
Most Likely to Succeed
8.12015
MovieDocumentary
The current educational system in the United States was developed a century ago during the rise of the industrial age and was once the envy of the world. However, the world economy has since transformed profoundly, but the US education system has not. Schools are attempting to teach and test skills, when mastered, that still leave graduates woefully unprepared for the 21st Century. After presenting this problem, the documentary focuses on the story of a school in San Diego that is completely rethinking what the experience of going to school looks like. As we follow students, parents and teachers through a truly unorthodox school experience, the audience is forced to consider what sort of educational environment is most likely to succeed in the 21st century?

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