ABOUT THE EVENT
MORE INFO: Cold War in Philly: Flyers vs. Russia 1976 » The Colonial Theatre
With the full support of the National Hockey League, the Philadelphia Flyers, and Comcast, Cold War in Philly is a gripping 80-minute documentary that revisits the legendary 1976 showdown between the Flyers and the dominant Soviet Red Army hockey team.
Known for their speed, precision, and discipline, the Soviet squad had taken the hockey world by storm – until they arrived in Philadelphia.
What awaited them at the Spectrum was a team, and a city, that refused to be intimidated. Fueled by grit, pride, and a deep-seated distrust of their Cold War rivals, the Flyers and their fans turned the game into something far bigger than hockey. When the puck finally dropped, tensions erupted into one of the most unforgettable clashes in the sport’s history.
Through candid interviews with players, coaches, media, and fans, the film captures the intensity of that moment while painting a vivid portrait of the Flyers’ hard-nosed identity and the passion of their fan base. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, it also explores how the Soviet style of play reshaped the global game – and how this single matchup left a lasting mark on hockey.
Featuring firsthand accounts from those who lived it, Cold War in Philly chronicles the build-up, the battle, and the aftermath of a game that remains a defining chapter in Flyers history – an enduring symbol of a team and a city that stood their ground.
POST-SCREENING Q&A
Author and Philadelphia sportswriter Sam Carchidi will moderate a post-screening Q&A with Director Joe Amodei and Broad Street Bullies Joe Watson and Jim Watson. Sam Carchidi will be selling autographed copies of his book, Bullies: Catching Up with The Hound, The Hammer, and the Stanley Cup Champion Philadelphia Flyers, in the lobby.
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