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Rise of the 49ers
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Rise of the 49ers

2026-02-01 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 9.0

Documentary

Using rare and never-before-seen footage, as well as one-on-one interviews, discover how the San Francisco 49ers rose from an also-ran into pro football's most glamorous franchise during the '80s and early '90s.

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AMC Studios, Skydance Sports, NFL Films, Religion of Sports
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United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Joe MontanaJoe MontanaSelf
Jerry RiceJerry RiceSelf
Ronnie LottRonnie LottSelf
Steve YoungSteve YoungSelf
Tom BradyTom BradyNarrator (voice)
Bill WalshBill WalshSelf

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