ESPN, Disney+, and Skydance Sports are collaborating on a multi-part documentary series centered on the Kansas City Chiefs. The project, produced by Words + Pictures (known for Giannis: The Marvelous Journey and involving key figures from The Last Dance), promises an in-depth look at the team’s history and unprecedented access to their 2024 season.
Here’s the Lowdown: Filmed throughout the Chiefs’ 2024 campaign, which saw them achieve a 15-win regular season and reach the Super Bowl, the series will chronicle their journey on and off the field. Directed by Kristen Lappas, it aims to blend the modern story, featuring stars like Patrick Mahomes and coach Andy Reid, with the franchise’s six-decade history, including the influence of founder Lamar Hunt. The series is slated to arrive later this year.
What This Means Now: Football fans, particularly Chiefs supporters, will soon have a chance to see behind the curtain of one of the NFL’s most successful current teams. The series will offer perspectives from players and staff during a high-stakes season, combined with historical context.
The Bigger Picture: This docuseries capitalizes on the massive popularity of the Kansas City Chiefs and the proven audience appetite for deeply reported sports stories. By securing extensive access and involving production talent associated with acclaimed documentaries like The Last Dance, ESPN and Disney+ are aiming for a high-profile series that appeals to a broad audience interested in the personalities and pressures within professional sports. NFL Films, 2PM Productions, and Foolish Club Studios are also involved in production.
