How Many Super Bowl Games Have There Been?

By Sarah Miller · April 12, 2042

As of the 2024 NFL season, there have been 58 Super Bowl games in total. The most recent, Super Bowl LVIII, took place on February 11, 2024, when the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in overtime.

Understanding the Super Bowl: A Brief Overview

The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL), marking the culmination of each season. It features the champions of the league's two conferences: the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC).

Key Facts About the Super Bowl

The first Super Bowl was played in January 1967.
It was initially called the AFL-NFL World Championship Game before being retroactively named Super Bowl I.
The game is traditionally held in early February and is one of the most-watched sporting events in the United States.
Super Bowl numbers are designated using Roman numerals (e.g., Super Bowl LVIII for 58).

Historical Timeline of the Super Bowl

Since its inception, the Super Bowl has grown into a cultural phenomenon, combining high-stakes football with elaborate halftime shows and major advertising debuts.

Origins and Evolution

The Super Bowl originated from the merger agreement between the NFL and the rival American Football League (AFL). The first four Super Bowls featured matchups between the two leagues before full integration in 1970.

All Super Bowl Games: Complete List and Results

Super Bowl	Date	Winner	Score	Runner-Up	Venue	Location
I	Jan 15, 1967	Green Bay Packers	35-10	Kansas City Chiefs	Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum	Los Angeles, CA
II	Jan 14, 1968	Green Bay Packers	33-14	Oakland Raiders	Orange Bowl	Miami, FL
III	Jan 11, 1969	New York Jets	16-7	Baltimore Colts	Orange Bowl	Miami, FL
IV	Jan 11, 1970	Kansas City Chiefs	23-7	Minnesota Vikings	Tulane Stadium	New Orleans, LA
V	Jan 17, 1971	Baltimore Colts	16-13	Dallas Cowboys	Orange Bowl	Miami, FL
VI	Jan 16, 1972	Dallas Cowboys	24-3	Miami Dolphins	Orange Bowl	Miami, FL
VII	Jan 14, 1973	Miami Dolphins	14-7	Washington Redskins	Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum	Los Angeles, CA
VIII	Jan 13, 1974	Miami Dolphins	24-7	Minnesota Vikings	Rice Stadium	Houston, TX
IX	Jan 12, 1975	Pittsburgh Steelers	16-6	Minnesota Vikings	Tulane Stadium	New Orleans, LA
X	Jan 18, 1976	Pittsburgh Steelers	21-17	Dallas Cowboys	Orange Bowl	Miami, FL
XLIX	Feb 1, 2015	New England Patriots	28-24	Seattle Seahawks	University of Phoenix Stadium	Glendale, AZ
L	Feb 7, 2016	Denver Broncos	24-10	Carolina Panthers	Levi's Stadium	Santa Clara, CA
LI	Feb 5, 2017	New England Patriots	34-28 (OT)	Atlanta Falcons	NRG Stadium	Houston, TX
LII	Feb 4, 2018	Philadelphia Eagles	41-33	New England Patriots	U.S. Bank Stadium	Minneapolis, MN
LIII	Feb 3, 2019	New England Patriots	13-3	Los Angeles Rams	Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Atlanta, GA
LIV	Feb 2, 2020	Kansas City Chiefs	31-20	San Francisco 49ers	Hard Rock Stadium	Miami Gardens, FL
LV	Feb 7, 2021	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	31-9	Kansas City Chiefs	Raymond James Stadium	Tampa, FL
LVI	Feb 13, 2022	Los Angeles Rams	23-20	Cincinnati Bengals	SoFi Stadium	Inglewood, CA
LVII	Feb 12, 2023	Kansas City Chiefs	38-35	Philadelphia Eagles	State Farm Stadium	Glendale, AZ
LVIII	Feb 11, 2024	Kansas City Chiefs	25-22 (OT)	San Francisco 49ers	Allegiant Stadium	Paradise, NV

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The table above lists key Super Bowl editions, including the most recent. Data shows that recent games continue to deliver competitive matchups, with three consecutive Super Bowls (LVI–LVIII) decided by one possession. The increasing use of neutral or rotating venues highlights the NFL’s strategy to maximize attendance and viewership.

Frequency and Scheduling of the Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is held annually, typically on the first Sunday in February. This consistent scheduling allows for a structured playoff system following the regular season, which runs from September to January.

Why Is It Called the Super Bowl?

The name "Super Bowl" was popularized by AFL founder Lamar Hunt, who reportedly coined it after seeing his children play with a "Super Ball." Though initially mocked, the name stuck and became official starting with Super Bowl III.

Most Successful Teams in Super Bowl History

Certain franchises have dominated the Super Bowl era. The New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers have each won six championships, the most in NFL history.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Won Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, XIV, XL, XLIII
New England Patriots: Won Super Bowls XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLIX, LI, LIII
San Francisco 49ers: Six wins (XVI, XIX, XXIII, XXIV, XXIX, LIV)
Kansas City Chiefs: Four wins (IV, LIV, LVII, LVIII)

About Super Bowls: Common Questions

How many Super Bowl games have there been as of 2025?

As of February 2025, there have been 58 Super Bowl games. The most recent was Super Bowl LVIII, played in February 2024.

When was the first Super Bowl?

The first Super Bowl was played on January 15, 1967. It featured the Green Bay Packers defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Which team has won the most Super Bowls?

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots are tied for the most Super Bowl wins, with six championships each.

Why are Super Bowls numbered with Roman numerals?

The NFL uses Roman numerals to emphasize the grandeur and historical significance of the event. It also helps distinguish the championship game from regular-season matchups that occur annually.