This movie highlights the life and work of Fred Lebow, co-founder of the world's largest marathon, the New York City Marathon.
The film chronicles the history of running in New York City during the late '60s, painting a vivid picture of the sport as a strange, unpopular thing men did in their "underwear." Viewers will learn the story of how Romanian-born Lebow held the first race in 1970, run entirely in Central Park. Six years later, the race expanded to the five city boroughs, which it is still famous for today. From financial troubles to Playboy Bunnies, the race saw its share of ups and downs before taking off to become one of the world's most esteemed races.