The Captain
An exploration of the life and Hall of Fame career of New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, including candid interviews with Jeter, his family, teammates, and rivals.
- Metascore56
- 2022-2022
- 1 season
- ESPN
- Documentary, Sports
An exploration of the life and Hall of Fame career of New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, including candid interviews with Jeter, his family, teammates, and rivals.
Season 1 Episode Guide
7 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
No Blueprint for Success
Mon, Jul 18, 2022 50 mins
Jeter's upbringing as a biracial kid in the Midwest and his journey to the major leagues, featuring never before seen footage of Jeter getting drafted by the Yankees.
Episode 2
Loyalty One Way
Thu, Jul 21, 2022 50 mins
Jeter makes an impact on the Yankees, winning a title his first season as a pro. Jeter discovers superstardom comes with a price. Jeter becomes a leader on a team considered by many to be the greatest in baseball history, the 1998 Yankees.
Episode 3
I Don't Have to Be Your Best Friend
Thu, Jul 28, 2022 51 mins
The importance of loyalty and trust to Jeter as the Yankees cap off a three-peat beating the New York Mets, as his friendship with Alex Rodriguez changes.
Episode 4
Bigger Than Baseball
Thu, Jul 28, 2022 50 mins
The Yankees Dynasty ends and we explore 9/11's impact on New York. The Yankees and Boston Red Sox's ancient blood feud is decided in an epic Game 7. Team dynamics change with the addition of new players and personalities.
Episode 5
Hiding in Plain Sight
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 51 mins
The Yankees and Jeter suffer the most historic loss in baseball history. Jeter's identity is under attack as he faces challenges in the press, on the field and in his clubhouse.
Episode 6
Never Gave Up a Day in My Life
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 51 mins
Jeter wins his 5th and final World Series and celebrates his 3000th hit, but it's not all smooth sailing for this aging superstar. He goes through a public and difficult contract negotiation that changes his relationship with the Yankees.
Episode 7
A Star in the Fabric
Thu, Aug 11, 2022 48 mins
Derek and Hannah Jeter share intimate details of their difficult journey on the way to parenthood. Jeter achieves another dream by becoming the owner of the Miami Marlins, but his journey is fraught with criticism and unfinished business.