Netflix set to release anticipated Documentary titled “THE UNDERDOG” on Legendary Scott Bloomquist following his recent…..

 

Netflix Set to Release Anticipated Documentary Titled “THE UNDERDOG” on Legendary Scott Bloomquist Following His Recent Comeback to Racing

 

Charlotte, NC – May 9, 2025

 

In a stunning announcement that has thrilled motorsports fans worldwide, Netflix is set to premiere a gripping new documentary titled **“THE UNDERDOG” chronicling the extraordinary life, legacy, and recent comeback of dirt racing icon Scott Bloomquist.

 

Scheduled for release on May 25, 2025, the documentary dives deep into Bloomquist’s trailblazing journey from a misunderstood rebel to one of the most dominant ,

 

 

and enigmatic figures in late model racing history — capped off by his recent dramatic return to the track after years of injury setbacks and personal adversity.

 

“The world’s about to see the side of Scott few ever knew — and the fire that never went out,” said executive producer Rachel Simmons of Netflix Sports Originals. “THE UNDERDOG is more than just a racing film. It’s about legacy, grit, redemption, and the soul of motorsports.”

 

A Legend Reborn

 

Bloomquist, a Hall of Fame dirt late model driver and six-time national champion, had been sidelined for much of the past four seasons due to a series of health issues, surgeries, and public doubts about his future.

 

But in early 2025, at age 60, he made a surprise return to the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series — and stunned the racing world with a top-five finish at Eldora Speedway.

 

The Netflix documentary picks up from his early days battling controversy and authorities in the late ’80s, through his era of dominance in the 2000s, and now, his emotional and unlikely return in 2025 — a story fans and critics are calling “one of the greatest comebacks in dirt track history.”

 

Inside the Film: Racing, Redemption, and Raw Emotion

 

Directed by acclaimed motorsports documentarian Lindsey Garrison, THE UNDERDOG features:

 

• Never-before-seen footage from Bloomquist’s private garage and recovery
• Exclusive interviews with racing legends, including Donnie Moran, Jonathan Davenport, and Tony Stewart
• Candid conversations with Bloomquist about his battles with pain, critics, and inner demons
• A powerful narrative arc of redemption, resilience, and legacy

 

The film also covers his deep connection to the sport’s grassroots — from the roar of small-town grandstands to the thunder of 900-horsepower machines tearing through clay.

 

Scott Bloomquist Speaks Out

 

In a rare public interview tied to the Netflix release, Bloomquist said:

 

“They counted me out — said I was finished. But legends don’t fade… we just reload. This documentary ain’t just my story. It’s every underdog’s story.”

 

Motorsports Community Reacts

Steve Francis, longtime rival and former teammate, said:

 

“Scott’s story is unlike anything we’ve seen. He’s been the villain, the hero, and now — the fighter who refuses to quit.”

 

Kyle Larson, current NASCAR star and dirt track champion, added:

 

“Every racer, whether they love him or hate him, learned something from Bloomquist. THE UNDERDOG is long overdue.”

 

Premiere & Streaming Info

• Title: THE UNDERDOG
• Platform: Netflix
• Release Date: May 25, 2025
• Runtime: 1 hour 52 minutes
• Rating: TV-MA (for language and mature themes)
• Executive Producers: Rachel Simmons, Scott Bloomquist, and Lindsey Garrison
• Studio: Netflix Sports Originals

 

A Story That Transcends the Track

 

THE UNDERDOG doesn’t just celebrate victories — it reveals the raw, unfiltered human behind the legend. Through injuries, accusations, triumphs, and transformation, Scott Bloomquist’s journey is a reminder that true champions rise not when it’s easy — but when no one believes they can.

Get ready for the dirt. The drama. The drive.

Scott Bloomquist. The Underdog. Streaming May 25 on Netflix.