Netflix to Launch Juventus FC Docuseries in 2018

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Netflix has revealed that it will roll out Juventus FC, a docuseries about the Italian powerhouse football club, next year.

The four-episode docuseries will be available worldwide in early 2018. Netflix will follow the players on and off the field. Juventus FC aims to offer fans a deep understanding of the players, coaches and management. The docuseries marks a continuation of Netflix’s investment in international and Italian content.

Erik Barmack, the VP of international original series at Netflix, said, “Netflix is the home of passionate storytelling, and there are no more passionate fans than tifosi of the bianconeri. We are excited to have unique, exclusive access to one of the most important squads in the world.”

“It’s a source of pride that Juventus is the first football club to be the subject of a Netflix original documentary,” stated Federico Palomba, co-chief revenue officer at the club. “Collaborations of this kind confirm our passion for innovation and being, in every sense, a sports entertainment brand. In this way, we are determined to reach fans across the world and millions of Netflix users who, thanks to this docuseries, can get to know Juventus from every angle.”