New Documentary Series on Guardiola’s Tenure
Prime Video is set to release a new four-part documentary series focusing on the final two seasons of Pep Guardiola‘s management at Manchester City. The series, which will be available in the UK this summer, aims to offer an in-depth look at a significant period for the club. This production follows a multi-million-pound acquisition by Amazon for the footage, reportedly exceeding £10 million, which surpasses the sum paid by Netflix for a previous series documenting the 2023 Treble season.
The documentary is directed by Academy and BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald, alongside City Studios‘ John De Caux. It is produced by Plan B/KM Films, with Gavin Johnson and Ged Doherty also producing for City Studios. The footage for the series was captured by City Studios, Manchester City‘s in-house production company.
Behind the Scenes of a Pivotal Era
The series is expected to provide an unfiltered view of the club’s journey during Guardiola‘s final seasons. This period included a challenging 2024/25 campaign, followed by a strong comeback where the team secured both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. The documentary will delve into the tactical aspects on the pitch as well as significant changes within the dressing room.
Key events covered in the series include the departure of Kevin De Bruyne in 2025 and the farewells of players such as John Stones and Bernardo Silva. The narrative begins with the end of City‘s record-breaking 26-game unbeaten run in late 2024, which saw a series of defeats that reportedly affected Guardiola. The focus then shifts to the club’s efforts to rebuild the squad and rediscover its identity.
Gavin Johnson, Media Director at City Football Group, expressed pride in the documentary series, highlighting its scale and the new insights it offers into Manchester City. He acknowledged the hard work, trust, and collaboration established by the City Studios‘ embedded crew with the players, manager, football staff, and club executives. Johnson also noted the positive experience of working with Kevin Macdonald and Plan B/KM Films, viewing it as an endorsement for the quality of their productions.
Impact and Release Details
The documentary is scheduled for release on August 19th, aligning with the beginning of Enzo Maresca‘s tenure as Manchester City manager. The Premier League season is set to commence on the weekend of August 22nd. This timing aims to offer fans a sense of closure regarding Guardiola‘s era, which saw him win six Premier League titles and numerous other trophies, establishing him as one of the most successful managers in modern English football history.
While Guardiola is leaving Manchester City this summer, the documentary captures the end of his tenure, including the moment Arsenal narrowly secured the Premier League title last month. The series also serves as a commercial asset, enhancing the reputation of City Studios in sports media production. This project marks a return to City for Prime Video, which previously featured the club in its ‘All or Nothing’ series during the 2017-18 title-winning season.
The collaboration brings together established talent, including Oscar-winner Macdonald and Plan B/KM Films, his joint venture with Plan B. In 2024, Manchester City‘s parent group and Sony Pictures Television entered a strategic agreement to co-develop and produce various programs, including scripted, non-fiction, and children’s content. The title for this latest series has not yet been confirmed.
The documentary is expected to be a significant release for Prime Video, offering a unique perspective on the conclusion of a highly successful managerial period. The series will provide viewers with a detailed account of the events and emotions surrounding Guardiola‘s final seasons at Manchester City, culminating in its release on August 19th.
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Source: c21media.net
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