Spotlight on the Unsung Heroes of the NYC Marathon: The Final Finishers

The New York City Marathon's often overlooked 'back of the pack' runners will be highlighted in a new documentary debuting at the Tribeca Festival. 'Final Finishers' focuses on those who complete the race late into the night, celebrating their tenacity and challenging traditional marathon expectations.

The New York City Marathon's 'back of the pack' runners will be given much-deserved recognition at next month's Tribeca Festival through a new documentary, as race organizers debut 'Final Finishers' under their new content studio.

Unlike other marathons that whisk slow runners off the course, the NYC Marathon celebrates these determined individuals, according to NYRR CEO Rob Simmelkjaer. This inclusive approach is showcased in the documentary, which highlights runners like 62-year-old Janelle Hartman, who completed the race well into the night.

The film marks the first project from East 89th St Productions, underscoring Simmelkjaer's vision to expand media offerings. With a surge in marathon applications, 'Final Finishers' shines a light on ordinary people doing extraordinary things in the iconic marathon.

(With inputs from agencies.)