** THE EVENT BEGINS AT 6 pm CT/7 pm ET ** (documentary plays at 6:15/7:15)

Enjoy 'MELGES: The Wizard of Zenda' in celebration of the Olympic games.  NBC correspondent, Gary Jobson will join Executive Producer Anne Peterson to introduce the film at 6pm CT offering commentary on the upcoming Olympic racing and what to expect from Team USA.  At the conclusion of the film, we will transition to Zoom where viewers will have the opportunity to speak with Bill Allen about the 1972 Olympics games and sailing with the great "Buddy Melges".



Please join us on Zoom AFTER the film for a conversation with sailing analyst Gary Jobson, and Bill Allen, Buddy's crew for 1972 Olympics. ZOOM LINK: 

* This link will only be activated after the film has concluded. It is NOT for viewing the documentary.

Quicklier Film Partners

MELGES: The Wizard of Zenda is a documentary about one of the greatest sailors in the history of the sport: Buddy Melges. The film explores the the untold story of a fiercely competitive but beloved sailor who won Olympic medals and world championships - and his quest to capture the pinnacle of sailing, the America’s Cup. 

There are two ways to see the film. First, you can rent the film on a sliding price scale. Any amount over $10 goes to the Sail-It-Forward Fund which is used to produce free educational content for sailing schools. (Visit 

Or create a virtual screening event where you invite your friends, non-profit members, or private group to join you in an online 'virtual' screening. Don't worry. We'll help you set it up.

MELGES: The Wizard of Zenda is a documentary that takes the viewer on a wild ride through the career of one of the greatest sailors in the history of the sport: Buddy Melges. The film explores the the untold story of a fiercely competitive but beloved sailor who won Olympic medals and world championships - and his quest to capture the pinnacle of sailing, the America’s Cup. 
To help us share this film with others visit https://wizardofzenda.com/support