Return of the Clowns (2026)
Director: Blake Foeman
Cast: Doug Glanville, Jesse Cole, Jackie Bradley Jr., Emily Cole, Mo'ne Davis
More About This Film
Return of the Clowns is a short documentary about the Indianapolis Clowns and their return to the baseball field in 2026 as a Banana Ball charter team. The film connects the team's present-day revival with its history as one of the best-known clubs associated with the Negro Leagues era.
Produced for ESPN's E60 strand, the documentary combines sports history with contemporary footage of the revived team. The result is a compact portrait of a franchise whose legacy includes both elite baseball and a distinctive entertainment style.
- Premiered on ESPN on June 19, 2026, for Juneteenth.
- The documentary is approximately six minutes long.
- Doug Glanville serves as narrator.
- The Indianapolis Clowns were originally established in the 1930s.
- The 2026 revival is connected to the Banana Ball League.
Where to Watch
Return of the Clowns is officially available through ESPN-related distribution, with additional options varying by country.