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NR19971h 35m

September 1972

Synopsis

Welcome to September 28, 1972. Let us take you back to what is called by many to be one of "the greatest month in the history of Canadian sport". Relive those incredible 27 days of September which culminated with Paul Henderson's winning goal in Game 8 of the Canada-U.S.S.R. Summit Series. September 1972 defies the historic conventions of a documentary and unfolds as a drama, placing you in the arena and in the hearts of the players and spectators that witnessed this momentous occasion. This September 1972 25th Anniversary Collector's Edition includes digitally enhanced game footage, restored sound and "never-before-seen on video" archival film that will put you in a front row seat for the "shot heard 'round the world."

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

October 18, 1997

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert Macaskill
Screenplay & Story
Ian Davey
Original Title
September 1972
Spoken Languages
English, Russian
Runtime
1h 35m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert Macaskill

Screenplay & Story

Ian Davey

Producers

Robert Macaskill, Ian Davey

Department Leadership Roster

Robert Macaskill

Producer

Robert Macaskill

Director

Ian Davey

Writer

Ian Davey

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for September 1972.

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Frequently Asked Questions About September 1972

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is September 1972 about?

Welcome to September 28, 1972. Let us take you back to what is called by many to be one of "the greatest month in the history of Canadian sport". Relive those incredible 27 days of September which culminated with Paul Henderson's winning goal in Game 8 of the Canada-U.S.S.R. Summit Series. September 1972 defies the historic conventions of a documentary and unfolds as a drama, placing you in the arena and in the hearts of the players and spectators that witnessed this momentous occasion. This September 1972 25th Anniversary Collector's Edition includes digitally enhanced game footage, restored sound and "never-before-seen on video" archival film that will put you in a front row seat for the "shot heard 'round the world."

Who directed September 1972?

September 1972 was directed by Robert Macaskill.

Who stars in September 1972?

The principal cast of September 1972 includes August Schellenberg.

When was September 1972 released and how long is it?

September 1972 was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for September 1972?

September 1972 holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).