Nick Saban
ActingAbout Nick Saban
Nicholas Lou Saban Jr. (born October 31, 1951) is an American sportscaster and former professional and college football coach. He serves as an analyst for ESPN's College GameDay, a television program covering college football. He is widely considered to be the greatest football coach of all time. Saban served as head coach of the Miami Dolphins in the NFL and four universities in college football: the Toledo Rockets, Michigan State Spartans, LSU Tigers, where he won his first of seven national championships in 2003, and most famously the Alabama Crimson Tide, where he last coached from 2007 to 2023 and led the team to six national championships in nine championship appearances during that period. Description above from the Wikipedia article Nick Saban, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Nick Saban Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nick Saban reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nick Saban's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Nick Saban's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Blind Side, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nick Saban Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nick Saban's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nick Saban has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Not So Fast, My Friend: A Lee Corso Special | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Nothing But a Winner: The Alabama Football Story | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Dawgfather: The Legend of Don James | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Decade of Dominance | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Mighty: The Life and Legacy of Pat Dye | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Tua | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Belichick & Saban: The Art of Coaching | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | College Football 150 - Football Is US: The College Game | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Bowden Dynasty: Faith, Family, & Football | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Roll Tide/War Eagle | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Blind Side | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Nick Saban - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nick Saban?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nick Saban is "The Blind Side" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Nick Saban acted in?
Nick Saban has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nick Saban?
Other notable films include "Roll Tide/War Eagle", "Belichick & Saban: The Art of Coaching", and "Tua".