Join us on Wednesday 12 August for a screening of one of the greatest sports documentaries ever made. Murderball (2005) follows the USA and Canada wheelchair rugby teams as they prepare for the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens, capturing the intensity, rivalries and resilience that define elite competition.

Fast-paced, uncompromising and often hilarious, Murderball throws viewers straight into the world of wheelchair rugby - a sport so physical it earned its original nickname before being rebranded for wider audiences. But beyond the crunching tackles and fierce rivalries lies a story about identity, friendship and rebuilding life after injury.

Murderball gives its athletes the space to tell their own stories. The result is an honest and refreshing portrait of disability that challenges assumptions at every turn. From training sessions and family life to the pressures of international competition, the film reveals a group of people whose humour, confidence and determination are every bit as compelling as the sport itself.

Directed by Henry Alex Rubin and Dana Adam Shapiro, Murderball received widespread critical acclaim on its release, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature and helping introduce wheelchair rugby to audiences around the world. More than 20 years later, it remains just as thrilling, emotional and relevant.

Our Young Film Programmers selected Murderball for STASHED because it's a documentary that refuses easy narratives. It's exhilarating, emotionally rich and packed with unforgettable characters, proving that the best sports films are rarely just about sport.

Post-film discussion

Our regularly scheduled post-film debrief is a great opportunity for you to discuss Murderball with fellow cinema-lovers, and to suggest other films and interactive activities you’d like to see STASHED at FACT. Socials and community building are at the heart of every edition of STASHED!

Accessibility

This screening takes place in The Box on the ground floor at FACT and is fully wheelchair accessible. We can accommodate up to 50 wheelchair users for this event. If you are a wheelchair user, please let us know when booking your ticket so we can ensure the space is set up appropriately.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please inform us by emailing events@fact.co.uk.

You can also find information about FACT’s accessibility on our website here: Accessibility or use our Visual Story to prepare for your visit.

Free tickets for CEA Card holders are available from the FACT Welcome Desk or on the door at the time of the event.