Rivals: The 4 Nations Face-Off

Rivals: The 4 Nations Face-Off is a documentary focusing on a high-stakes hockey tournament held in February 2025. The event brought together top players from Sweden, Finland, the United States, and Canada to determine which country possesses the most dominant team. Replacing the traditional NHL All-Star game, the competition allowed athletes to represent their own nations. The film highlights the intense rivalry between the U.S. and Canada, two teams that have spent decades competing for the title of the best in the world, noting an especially tense atmosphere during the event.

The film was produced in Canada by CBC Docs and Blink49 Studios. It was directed by Yon Motskin, marking the second film in his career following The Carman Family Deaths. The cast features various sports figures and athletes appearing as themselves, including Connor McDavid, P.K. Subban, Chris Cuthbert, Brad Marchand, and brothers Matthew and Brady Tkachuk. Released on February 4, 2026, the documentary has a total runtime of 89 minutes.