The U.S. Sports Film Festival plans to return in 2010. More details to come in the coming months!

The word "Philadelphia" is pretty much synonymous with "sports fanaticism." So it's only fitting that the first annual U.S. Sports Film Festival should take place here October 23 - 26, 2008.

More than 25 new and classic sports-centric films — including Miracle, Invincible and The Natural — will be showcased at the inaugural Festival. To enhance your cinematic experience, each screening will be followed by a panel or Q&A session with filmmakers, writers, athletes and film stars.

Special events include a 5K run, sports memorabilia auctions and the Sports Making a Difference conference.

Tickets

You can purchase tickets online at U.S. Sports Film Festival or by calling (646) 233-2033. You have the option to purchase a VIP Pass, a Screening Pass or individual tickets to films and events.

Honor the Greats

This year's festival will honor Philadelphia’s own Vince Papale — the inspiration for the classic sports film Invincible — as well as legendary Olympic documentarian Bud Greenspan, an eight-time Emmy Award-winning film director/producer.