The BEST episodes of Sunderland 'Til I Die
Every episode of Sunderland 'Til I Die ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Sunderland 'Til I Die!
This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.
#1 - A Role in the Renaissance
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2020
New owner Stewart Donald and director Charlie Methven begin the arduous task of bringing the club out of financial ruin while succeeding on the field.
#2 - Til the Very End
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/13/2024
Fans and players reflect on the club's glory days. With the final against Wycombe looming, it's time for Sunderland to find out what it's made of.
#3 - Heck of a League to Get Out Of
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/13/2024
After finishing fifth in League One, the club manages to qualify for the play-offs. The next hurdle is a fierce semi-final against Sheffield Wednesday.
#4 - Something to Throw Your Hope Into
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/13/2024
Sunderland languishes in League One after their final loss in the play-offs as the goalposts for promotion to the EFL Championship keep shifting.
#5 - Football Is Life
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/1/2020
A singular focus on promotion consumes the players, management and fans, who don't want to endure another season in League One.
#6 - The Time for Men
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/1/2020
The team's run to a trophy final at Wembley Stadium brings pride and excitement to the long-suffering fans, who travel in huge numbers to London.
#7 - Playing Poker
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/1/2020
In need of a striker to bolster the club's promotion bid, Stewart races against time to sign a key player by the January transfer deadline.
#8 - Pride, Passion and Loyalty
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/1/2020
Amid concerns about the front office culture, Charlie puts an aggressive marketing plan in place to draw the largest crowd in third division history.
#9 - The Old-Fashioned Way
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/1/2020
Stewart’s frustrations with agents mount during the club’s contract negotiations with key players, including young goal-scoring leader Josh Maja.
#10 - Blinded by the Light
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/14/2018
Facing pressure from passionate supporters, Sunderland begin a new season in the second tier of English football following a disappointing relegation.
#11 - A Fresh Start
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/14/2018
With organizational upheaval on the horizon, coaches, players and staff consider their futures as fans pledge to stand behind the "lads" forever.
#12 - Changing the Landscape
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/14/2018
Desperation kicks in as the season winds down. A familiar face returns in an opposing jersey, while a current player makes an unfortunate mistake.
#13 - No Guarantees
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/14/2018
Injuries mount as the team struggles to move clear of the relegation zone, but a key player's return to the lineup could provide a spark.
#14 - Sticking Plasters
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/14/2018
The winter transfer window proves difficult when ownership refuses to put money in the club and a rarely used player collects on a massive contract.
#15 - Rocking and Rolling
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/14/2018
A major shakeup brings renewed hope to the Stadium of Light, but as Christmas approaches, the team still seeks its first home win of the year.
#16 - Plastic Shoes
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/14/2018
Frustration mounts among the players and fans as the team falls into the relegation zone, leaving manager Simon Grayson in a precarious position.
#17 - We Can't Walk Away
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/14/2018
After a promising start to the season, the roster’s lack of depth is exposed. With money short, the team scrambles for help in the transfer window.