Empire Skate

Empire Skate is a documentary about the development and lasting legacy of New York City skateboarding during the 1990s. The film examines the era through the growth of the Supreme brand and personal accounts from the skaters involved. It explores the contrast between the success of a cultural movement and its accompanying hardships, including the death of friends and the breakdown of family relationships.

The film was directed by Josh Swade and produced by Jennifer Albanese, Kate Ferraguto, and Carolyn Hepburn. It was a joint production between Federal Films, TIME Studios, and ESPN Films. The cast features 24 credited individuals appearing as themselves, including Tony Hawk, Alex Corporan, Steven Cales, Chris Keeffe, Jeff Pang, and Mike Hernandez. Released on June 12, 2025, the United States production has a runtime of 80 minutes.