Surviving Ohio State
“A scandal in Buckeye Nation.”
Synopsis
Delves into the sexual abuse scandal surrounding athletics doctor Richard Strauss, whose two-decade tenure at The Ohio State University saw the abuse of hundreds of students, and the ongoing quest for justice and accountability by his survivors.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-06-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 17, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eva Orner
- Original Score
- Cornel Wilczek, Thomas Rouch
- Original Title
- Surviving Ohio State
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Smokehouse Pictures, HBO Sports Documentaries, 101/Sports Illustrated Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eva Orner
Cornel Wilczek, Thomas Rouch
Nick Higgins
David C. Glasser, Eva Orner, George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Jon Wertheim
Department Leadership Roster
Eva Orner
Director
David C. Glasser
Producer
Eva Orner
Producer
George Clooney
Producer
Grant Heslov
Producer
Nick Higgins
Director of Photography
Cornel Wilczek
Original Music Composer
Thomas Rouch
Original Music Composer
Joshua Rofé
Producer
Steven J. Berger
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Surviving Ohio State
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What is Surviving Ohio State about?
Delves into the sexual abuse scandal surrounding athletics doctor Richard Strauss, whose two-decade tenure at The Ohio State University saw the abuse of hundreds of students, and the ongoing quest for justice and accountability by his survivors.
Who directed Surviving Ohio State?
Surviving Ohio State was directed by Eva Orner.
Who stars in Surviving Ohio State?
The principal cast of Surviving Ohio State includes Jim Jordan.
When was Surviving Ohio State released and how long is it?
Surviving Ohio State was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Surviving Ohio State?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Surviving Ohio State was composed by Cornel Wilczek, Thomas Rouch.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Surviving Ohio State?
Surviving Ohio State holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).