Spike Lee and ESPN Pull Plug on Colin Kaepernick Doc
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In September, Puck News reported the project faced delays amid disagreements between Kaepernick and Lee over the direction of the film, and that ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro was open to allowing the filmmakers to shop it elsewhere. (Reporting by Rory Carroll and Lisa Richwine in Los Angeles; Editing by Matthew Lewis)
Spike Lee's documentary about Colin Kaepernick has been scrapped, according to new statements from both Lee and ESPN.
It is believed the series can still be shopped elsewhere, a source briefed on the situation told The Athletic.
ESPN has scrapped Spike Lee’s docuseries on Colin Kaepernick due to creative differences. Learn about the project’s halt.
Much like its subject, Spike Lee's eight-episode series about the shadow-banned sports star won't be hitting the field any time soon.
Kaepernick reportedly wanted the docuseries to focus more on his career, while Lee wanted the story to cover cultural issues including social justice and police brutality.