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This Was the XFL

7.120171h 17mMovieDocumentary

A bold challenge, a fearless experiment and ultimately, a spectacular failure. In 2001, sports entertainment titans Ebersol and McMahon launched the XFL. It was hardly the first time a league had tried to compete with the NFL, but the…

DirectorCharlie Ebersol
ProducersMike Lanigan·Fairouz El-Baz

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Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Charlie Ebersol

DEDick Ebersol
Dick Ebersol
Himself
VMVince McMahon
Vince McMahon
Himself
BCBob Costas
Bob Costas
Himself
JVJesse Ventura
Jesse Ventura
Himself
KS
Ken Schanzer
Himself
JCJonathan Coachman
Jonathan Coachman
Himself
MVMatt Vasgersian
Matt Vasgersian
Himself

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This Was the XFL — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams This Was the XFL?

This Was the XFL is streaming on Disney Plus in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is This Was the XFL on Netflix?

No, This Was the XFL is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is This Was the XFL on Amazon Prime Video?

No, This Was the XFL isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Disney Plus instead.

Where can I watch This Was the XFL for free?

This Was the XFL is available on Disney Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.