Netflix announces John Elway documentary to be released in December

by: Brian Jones 6 hours ago brianjones_93

Netflix has released the official release date and trailer for the documentary about NFL legend John Elway . On Thursday, the streaming service announced that Elway will premiere on Monday, Dec. 22. It also shared the trailer that showed interviews from John Elway, his former coach, Mike Shanahan , his former teammate and legendary tight end Shannon Sharpe , and ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

“Told in his own words, the definitive story of Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway goes deep on his NFL dreams, heartbreaks, and Super Bowl redemption,” the official synopsis states.Netflix announced in December of last year that an Elway documentary is in the works. Peyton Manning ‘s Omaha Productions produced the film, and Ken Rodgers is the director.

Told in his own words, the definitive story of Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway goes deep on his NFL dreams, heartbreaks and Super Bowl redemption. pic.twitter.com/XP8SEXQeOO

— Netflix (@netflix) December 4, 2025

“John Elway’s career isn’t just iconic, it’s darn near mythological,” Rodgers told Netflix last year.“His physical abilities, mental toughness, and raw determination are the stuff of legend.”

Along with Omaha Productions, Elway was produced by Jason Reed for Skydance Sports, Angus Wall, Terry Leonard, and Kent Kubena for MakeMake. Executive producers include David Ellison, Jesse Sisgold, and Jon Weinbach for Skydance Sports; Jamie Horowitz, Manning for Omaha Productions, and Ross Ketover, Keith Cossrow, Jessica Boddy, Rodgers, and Brian Rolapp for NFL Films.

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