Episode 1
Episode 94
1h
A profile of play-by-play announcer Joe Buck; a look at the financial, emotional and physical pitfalls of NFL retirement; a report on sports wagering.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
TV series
Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
1995TV-PG29 seasons7.3 / 10
A monthly sports newsmagazine which was "spawned by the fact that sports have changed dramatically, that it's no longer just fun and games, and that what happens off the field, beyond the scores, is worthy of some serious reporting," according to Bryant Gumbel, the host.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel premiered April 2, 1995. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
A monthly sports newsmagazine which was "spawned by the fact that sports have changed dramatically, that it's no longer just fun and games, and that what happens off the field, beyond the scores, is worthy of some serious reporting," according to Bryant Gumbel, the host.
Season 11 episodes
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Episode 2
Episode 95
1h
A profile of golfer Vijay Singh; visits with disabled-soldier-turned-skier Kirk Bauer and banned track-and-field star Kelli White; and an update on basketball coach Willie Davis, who was once a custodian. Correspondents include Mary Carillo and Armen Keteyian.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 3
Episode 96
1h
A report on the rising number of "Tommy John" surgeries on young pitchers; a visit with NBA player Doug Christie and his wife, Jackie; and a profile of boxer Kassim Ouma, who was forced to serve as a soldier in Uganda at age 7. Correspondents include Armen Keteyian and Bernard Goldberg.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 4
Episode 97 - 10th Anniversary Special
1h
The 10th-anniversary special revisits the show's top stories, including an interview with Juan Antonio Samaranch, a report on children used as camel jockeys and the Miracle League baseball program for disabled kids. Bryant Gumbel hosts with correspondents Bernard Goldberg, Mary Carillo, Armen Keteyian, Frank Deford and James Brown.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 5
Episode 98
1h
A look at the poker craze; a report on the business of horse breeding; an interview with Wally Backman, who was fired four days after being named Diamondbacks manager; and an update on former NBA player Kermit Washington.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 6
Episode 99
1h
An examination of a basketball recruiting scandal at Ohio State; a report on alternative thinking regarding the effects of steroids; and a look at the sport of murderball (wheelchair rugby). Also: revisiting the dangers of aluminum bats.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 7
Episode 100
1h
A report on the suspension of cyclist Tyer Hamilton; a profile of Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully; an interview with Evander Holyfield; a visit with agent Drew Rosenhaus. Correspondents include Bernard Goldberg and James Brown.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 8
Episode 101
1h
A visit with Raiders WR Randy Moss; a report on home-schooled athletes; a look at a father's efforts to help his physically challenged son; a report on benefits extended to same-sex partners at a California golf club.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 9
Episode 102
1h
A profile of NASCAR's Kurt Busch; a report on racism among European soccer fans; a visit with a special-education student-athlete; an update on baseball in the Dominican Republic.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 10
Episode 103
1h
Included: a visit with the NBA's Ron Artest; a report on hyponatremia, which can be caused by drinking too much water; an interview with skateboarder Paul Rodriguez Jr.; a profile of a Florida golfer with cystic fibrosis.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 11
Episode 104
1h
A behind-the-scenes look at the 35-year run of "Monday Night Football," a report on sports groupies, a profile of photographer Neil Leifer and a follow-up visit with racecar driver Alex Zanardi. Correspondents include Bernard Goldberg, Armen Keteyian and Frank Deford.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode 12
Episode 105
1hfinale
The program revisits four stories from 2005, including a father's bond with his physically-challenged son; a special-ed student's desire to play high-school basketball; a visit with Storm Cat, Thoroughbred racing's top sire; and a report on racism in European soccer.
Where to watch Real Sports with Bryant GumbelEpisode information updated Jul 24, 2026
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More about Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
Cast
Bryant GumbelSelf - Host
David ScottCorrespondent
Andrea KremerCorrespondent
Mary CarilloCorrespondentJonathan JonesCorrespondent
Bikram ChoudhurySelf
John CarlosSelfMatt NormanSelf
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- News
- Episodes
- 320
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
HBOUnited States
HBO SportsUnited States
Themes
magazine showsports