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Beckham documentary coming to Netflix after Man Utd icon inspired by Jordan

mirror.co.uk, 13 July 2022, 16:22
Former Manchester United and England sensation David Beckham will be the subject of a Netflix documentary akin to 'The Last Dance', which focussed on Michael Jordan

A Netflix documentary centred on the life of Manchester United and England legend David Beckham is in the works, the streaming giant has confirmed.

Beckham, 47, will be interviewed as part of an eye-opening series which focusses on his modest childhood in East London and what motivated his rise to superstardom. The documentary will also feature previously-unseen personal archive footage spanning the last 40 years, as well as input from the icon's family, friends and others who have helped shape his successful career in football and away from the Beautiful Game.

The series - which does not yet have a title nor a release date - will be directed and executively produced by Fisher Stevens and produced by another Academy Award winner in John Battsek. Beckham's television company, Studio 99, will produce the series in association with Ventureland.

In a joint Instagram post with Netflix on Wednesday afternoon, the former Three Lions captain wrote: "I' m excited to confirm that I am partnering with @Netflix on a documentary series about my life and career. The series will feature unseen archive, untold stories as well as interviews with the people who have been a part of my journey.

"The series is directed and produced by Academy Award winners @fisherstevens and John Battsek. Watch this space… @studio99." Beckham accompanied the post with a picture of him in a United shirt, one as a child and one from the present day, showing fans what they can expect from the documentary.

The former Tottenham academy prospect is said to have been inspired to pursue a documentary about himself after being captivated by 'The Last Dance', a 10-episode production charting the upbringing and NBA career of basketball legend Michael Jordan.

Are you excited to watch the upcoming documentary about David Beckham? Have your say in the comments!

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The series is widely regarded as one of the greatest sports documentaries of all time and receive rave reviews after Netflix released it on their streaming service in 2020. Beckham has embarked on many ventures since hanging up his boots in 2013, most notably helping to shape the future of MLS as a co-owner of Inter Miami.

During his playing career, the wide midfielder made 394 appearances for United, winning the Premier League six times, the FA Cup twice and the Champions League. He joined Real Madrid in 2003 and won La Liga before representing LA Galaxy, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.

One of the most-recognisable athletes or former athletes alive today, Beckham is believed to have a net worth in the region of £377million.

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