BREAKING NEWS: Netflix Releases “The Underdog,” a Highly Anticipated Documentary About Toronto Maple Leafs Legend Auston Matthews, Slated for Release on the…

Netflix has just dropped a bombshell announcement that’s sending shockwaves through the hockey world: “The Underdog”, a gripping new sports documentary chronicling the life and career of Toronto Maple Leafs superstar Auston Matthews, is set to premiere this Friday. The project, which has been kept under wraps for months, is being hailed as one of the most comprehensive and intimate portrayals of a modern-day hockey icon ever produced.

 

The documentary promises unprecedented access into the life of Matthews, taking fans far beyond the ice and into the personal journey that shaped one of the NHL’s most electrifying talents. From his upbringing in Arizona — an unconventional hockey market — to his meteoric rise to becoming the face of the Maple Leafs, “The Underdog” tells a story of resilience, relentless work ethic, and defying the odds.

 

A Deep Dive into a Hockey Phenom

 

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alex Garland and produced in collaboration with NHL Original Productions, the film includes never-before-seen footage, candid interviews with Matthews, family members, former coaches, teammates, and rivals. Key moments highlighted in the film include his historic four-goal debut, his pivotal 60-goal season, and the Leafs’ long-awaited playoff breakthroughs.

 

Netflix executives describe the project as “not just a sports film, but a human story of perseverance, identity, and belief in oneself.”

 

Reactions from the Hockey World

 

Within minutes of the announcement, social media lit up with excitement. Hockey analysts, fans, and former players have already begun praising Netflix for spotlighting a figure who has done so much to grow the game in non-traditional markets.

 

TSN’s James Duthie tweeted, “If you’re a hockey fan — or even if you’re not — this is must-watch storytelling. Matthews is a once-in-a-generation athlete.”

 

Auston Matthews Speaks Out

 

In a rare public statement, Matthews expressed his gratitude and humility: “I’ve always tried to let my game do the talking, but sharing this side of my journey means a lot. I hope it inspires young players — especially those from places where hockey isn’t ‘supposed’ to happen.”

 

Streaming Details

 

“The Underdog” premieres globally on Netflix this Friday at midnight EST, with options for multiple languages and behind-the-scenes bonus content available for subscribers.

 

Whether you’re a die-hard Leafs fan or just love a great comeback story, this documentary promises to be a defining moment in sports storytelling — and a powerful tribute to a true underdog who rewrote hockey history.