Pro Football's Longest Day

Pro Football's Longest Day

1962 · 30 min · Documentary

"Pro Football's Longest Day" is a film documenting the 1962 NFL Championship game between the Green Bay Packers and the New York Giants. It was a landmark production for NFL Films, marking their first paid venture and showcasing their innovative approach to sports filmmaking. The film, lauded by NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle, significantly impacted how sports were presented on film and television.

Directed by Ed Sabol

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