Amazon Prime Video announced on Tuesday it has commenced production with the AFL and JAM TV Australia on a brand new docu-series.
The untitled docu-series will launch exclusively in over 200 countries and territories in 2021.
The brand new series will give Prime members an exclusive behind the scenes look into the 2020 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, which has been impacted amidst the global COVID-19 crisis.
Following four star players, a coach and an administrator across six different teams, the docu-series will provide a unique insight into the daily challenges and struggles on and off the field of professional football as they navigate their way through the season and these unprecedented times.
AFL players, coaches and administrators the series will follow include:
- Rory Sloane, Adelaide Football Club Captain
- Peggy O’Neal, Richmond Football Club President
- Nic Naitanui, West Coast Eagles player
- Stuart Dew, Gold Coast Suns Head Coach
- Stephen Coniglio, Greater Western Sydney Giants Captain
- Eddie Betts, Carlton Football Club player
James Farrell, Vice President of International Originals at Amazon Studios, said he was thrilled to be adding another Australian Amazon Original to their growing lineup.
“We’ve been investing in Australian content for several years, and are excited to add to that momentum with this exciting project," he said.
"We are looking forward to continuing our work with talented Australian producers and crew teams across the country to bring the AFL docu-series to our Prime members globally.”
Last month, Crows Head of Football Adam Kelly told Adelaide radio film crews had already begun capturing footage.
“We put our hand up, it was an opportunity for the Club to bring members and fans closer,” Kelly said.
“Sports documentaries have grown in popularity… people can see how it works, understand the characters in the Club.
“I’m sure our members and fans will enjoy watching the series when it’s released.”
