Biography
Chris Connelly is an American sports and entertainment reporter who currently works for ESPN as a contributor to its E:60 newsmagazine. He was also the interim editor-in-chief of Grantland.com, replacing Bill Simmons, before ESPN shuttered the site in October 2015.
Known For
Complete Filmography
The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20
2024
as Self
ABC takes viewers on a magical journey to celebrate the 60th anniversary of one of Walt Disney’s most beloved films.
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20
2023
as Self
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those w...
Prisoners of the Snow
2023
as Self - Interviewer
The unbelievable story of the 1972 Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 carrying a rugby team traveling with friends and family to a match in Chile. Of the ...
A Model Murder
2023
as Self - Host
Chris Connelly has an exclusive interview with Diana Peña, a first-hand witness to the crime who provides a shocking turn-by-turn account of the fatal...
Our Barbara
2023
as Self
Our Barbara: A Special Edition of 2020, a two-hour primetime special, will feature Walters’ most groundbreaking and iconic interviews, never-before-se...
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20
2022
as Self
An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.
Queen Elizabeth II: A Royal Life - A Special Edition of 20/20
2022
as Self
The life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II after Britain's longest-reigning monarch dies at age 96.
Exclusively Elvis: A Special Edition of 20/20
2022
as Self - Host
Inside the making of "Elvis," the cinematic drama starring Austin Butler as Elvis Presley and Tom Hanks as Presley's manager, Col. Tom Parker, intervi...
Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King
2020
as Self - ABC News
A tribute to Chadwick Boseman, celebrating his life and legacy.
The Go-Go's
2020
as Self - Writer, Rolling Stone
As the first all-female band to play their instruments, write their songs and have a No. 1 album, The Go-Go’s made history. Underpinned by candid test...
What Is Jeopardy!?: Alex Trebek and America's Most Popular Quiz Show
2020
as Self
Michael Strahan sits down with host Alex Trebek in a candid interview. Trebek talks about his life, his cancer battle and the upcoming "Jeopardy!" hos...
Celebrating Marvel's Stan Lee
2019
as Self
Filmed in part in front of a live audience at The New Amsterdam Theater in New York City, this Stan Lee tribute takes viewers on an action-packed jour...
The Death of a Playmate: The Dorothy Stratten Story 20/20
2019
The story of Dorothy Stratten (1960-1980), the 1980 Playboy "Playmate of the Year", who was murdered by her estranged husband, just as her entertainme...
Rodman: For Better or Worse
2019
as Self - Journalist, MTV 1988-2001
While Rodman is no doubt one of the greatest talents in NBA history, he is just as famous for his off-court exploits. 30 for 30 explores the reasons b...
This Is Farrah Fawcett
2019
as Self (ABC News Correspondent)
Friends and loved ones of Farrah Fawcett recall the actress' personal struggles and final days.
Mary Poppins Returns: Behind the Magic
2018
as Self
Viewers are given an inside look at the making of "Mary Poppins Returns," with interviews with stars Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Truth and Lies: Jonestown, Paradise Lost
2018
as Self
Truth and Lies: Jonestown, Paradise Lost offers new insights into the Peoples Temple tragedy, exploring lingering questions about Pastor Jim Jones, hi...
Mother
2018
as Peter
A suburban housewife finds a used condom while vacuuming. It could only have come from one of two people, her fifteen-year-old daughter or her husband...
One Night in Vegas
2010
as Self
On the evening of Sept. 7, 1996, Mike Tyson, the WBC heavyweight champion, attempted to take Bruce Seldon’s WBA title at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. A...
One Night in Vegas
2010
Consulting Producer
On the evening of Sept. 7, 1996, Mike Tyson, the WBC heavyweight champion, attempted to take Bruce Seldon’s WBA title at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. A...
Jordan Rides the Bus
2010
Executive Producer
In the fall of 1993, in his prime and at the summit of the sports world, Michael Jordan walked away from pro basketball. After leading the Dream Team ...
Muhammad and Larry
2009
Consulting Producer
In October of 1980 Muhammad Ali was preparing to fight for an unprecedented fourth heavyweight title against his friend and former sparring partner La...
The Band That Wouldn't Die
2009
Consulting Producer
In late March of 1984, a moving company secretly packed up the Baltimore Colts’ belongings and its fleet of vans sneaked off in the darkness of the ea...
Queen of the Damned
2002
as Mortal Yuppie
Lestat finds acceptance in a tattooed and pierced world, rekindling the desires of all-powerful Akasha.
Jailbait!
2000
as Self
A popular high school senior gets accused of statutory rape after he impregnates a tawdry sophomore girl.
Last Action Hero
1993
as Self
After his father's death, a young boy finds solace in action movies featuring an indestructible cop. Given a magic ticket by a theater manager, he is ...
The Bodyguard
1992
as Oscar Arrivals M.C.
A former Secret Service agent grudgingly takes an assignment to protect a pop idol who's threatened by a crazed fan. At first, the safety-obsessed bod...
Skyward Christmas
1981
as Steve Ward
In this sequel to "Skyward" and pilot to a prospective series, Julie attempts a secret flight to bring her grandfather home for a Christmas reunion.