Wait 'Til Next Year: The Saga of the Chicago Cubs(2006)

Wait 'Til Next Year: The Saga of the Chicago Cubs is a documentary that traces a century of heartbreak for one of baseball's most storied franchises. Anchored by opening day 2006, the film weaves together fan testimonies with historical footage to examine why the Cubs had never won a World Series. It revisits pivotal moments—the near-misses of 1945, 1969, 1984, and 2003—alongside the team's evolution from the Wrigley era through its sale to the Tribune Company. Through conversations with devoted Cubs supporters, the documentary captures the peculiar blend of hope and resignation that defines the fan experience. Wait 'Til Next Year explores what it means to sustain loyalty through generations of disappointment, making it essential viewing for anyone interested in baseball history or the psychology of fandom.