The story of Jim Thorpe is experiencing renewed national attention, but his life is far too powerful, complex and inspiring to be captured in a single moment. Verily Storyworks, a next-generation storytelling studio and intellectual property (IP) development company, is proud to announce their flagship project, THORPE, a definitive dramatization of the life of Jim Thorpe.
This epic, three-season scripted drama series will explore the forgotten story of the greatest athlete who ever lived. Verily, a company rooted in fan participation and investment, is now calling for the public to not just learn about Jim Thorpe’s story, but to be a part of it.
Developed as an epic drama series, this epic, three-season scripted drama series will tell the story of Native American icon Jim Thorpe who overcame tragedy, oppression and racism to become one of the greatest athletes of all time.
Graced with unparalleled athletic ability and a warrior spirit, Thorpe was cast into a prejudiced world unprepared to accept such a champion. In the face of oppression, greed and personal tribulation, he made the world see greatness. Spanning five decades—from the late 1800s to the 1950s—the series captures his rise from humble beginnings to international fame as an Olympic gold medalist and professional athlete in football, baseball and basketball.
Set during one of America’s most transformative eras, THORPE weaves a sweeping narrative featuring historical figures such as Pop Warner, Dwight Eisenhower, Teddy Roosevelt, Grantland Rice, George Halas and John McGraw, among many others. With tones that echo today’s most celebrated period dramas, THORPE promises a cinematic journey of heart, heroism and humanity — spotlighting a Native American icon whose legacy shaped the course of sports and culture.
“Our family is proud to see grandpa’s story told authentically, with the respect and care it deserves. This project honors his life and legacy in a way that we know would make him proud,” said John Thorpe, grandson of Jim Thorpe. “Jim’s story deserves the time, depth and respect only a series of this scope can deliver. We are proud to see Verily telling his story the right way and invite others to be part of preserving his legacy.”
“At Verily, we believe the greatest stories are already out there waiting to be told. We’re all about developing the most compelling stories into global entertainment, and we want all to have a chance to be part of the journey,” said Barry Capece, founder of Verily Storyworks.
“Jim Thorpe was the world’s first real-life superhero,” added Capece. “His story is one of dignity, resilience and triumph. It’s the perfect project to lead Verily’s mission, turning truth into legacy.”
At the core of Verily’s mission to develop powerful, production-ready content rooted in real events is a grassroots structure that champions storytellers and welcomes fans to participate in bringing nonfiction epics to life. The IP development company is currently calling on the public to invest in THORPE and help raise money for one of the most inspiring and untold stories in American history, giving everyone a chance to co-create the soon-to-be chronicle of American triumph.
The project arrives at a moment of renewed interest in Jim Thorpe’s story — a cultural reckoning that underscores the importance of honoring his legacy in full.
“THORPE is the ideal story that needs to be told. It is more than a television series — it’s a long overdue tribute to a great man and the greatest athlete in modern history. His epic story deserves to be told with authenticity, purpose and devotion to his legacy,” Capece added. “At Verily, we don’t only ask the public to watch this story, we open up the opportunity to be a part of the process of building it with us. That’s how storytelling should be: fan-led, fan-driven and fan-invested.”
Developed in collaboration with Thorpe family members and leading Native American and cultural historians, THORPE is more than just a sports story — it is a sweeping narrative about identity, perseverance and the enduring human spirit.
Verily Storyworks has officially launched a crowdfunding campaign as the first project in its “Stock Market for Stories,” pioneering a marketplace that turns true stories into public investments. By merging storytelling with fan-powered ownership, Verily is redefining how intellectual property (IP) is sourced, developed and shared, feeding an overwhelming demand for entertainment content.
Through Republic, a leading investment platform, early-bird access to invest in THORPE opens November 3, followed by the official public launch on November 5. The initial investment round will be limited to $850,000, with early investors reserving their participation in the project and gaining access to exclusive perks and special rewards, with additional details available on the official deal page.
“We’re not just producing entertainment — we’re creating a movement that lets fans empower stories they believe in, co-own creative works that shape culture, and share in their financial success,” said Capece. “There are so many great stories out there that need to be told, and Verily is built for that. We’re a modern-day storyteller for true stories, and we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to join us and have a stake in the stories they’re drawn to.”
Verily sources real stories from around the world and develops them into production-ready IP packages for film and television entertainment. In the process, Verily invites audiences to join in and become “capital ambassadors” to each project by backing the stories they want to see brought to life.
Early-bird access to invest in THORPE is now open, with the public launch beginning November 5 on Republic. Fans can learn more about THORPE and participate in the investment campaign at Republic.com/Verily.
For more information on Verily Storyworks or to support the THORPE project, visit VerilyStoryworks.com.
About Verily Storyworks
Verily Storyworks is a Texas-based intellectual property (IP) development company and modern-day storytelling studio. As an upstream company in entertainment, Verily creates and develops original content rooted in real events. Verily prides itself on being a catalyst for IP creation and an architect of true stories. From story sourcing to screenplay packaging, Verily delivers a high volume of high-concept, production-ready entertainment designed for cinematic feature films and scripted television dramas.
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