*NETFLIX BOMBSHELL: Streaming Giant Sets Release Date for Long-Awaited Documentary “One for the Ages: San Francisco’s Pride”
— Fans of 49ers Football Rejoice as Deep-Dive Into Legendary Joe Montana, Glory, and Gameday Grit Drops Soon — Expect Raw Emotion, Locker Room Legends, and Cajun Fire Like Never Before
LOS GATOS, CA — May 13, 2025
In a move that’s already sending seismic waves through the NFL community and beyond, Netflix has officially announced the global release date for its much-anticipated documentary “One for the Ages: San Francisco’s Pride” — a sweeping,
emotional, and intimate portrait of Joe Montana, the San Francisco 49ers, and the golden era that forever transformed football.
The release date is set for Friday, May 30, 2025, and fans are already circling their calendars.
A Legacy Told Like Never Before
The documentary is being hailed as “the definitive telling of Joe Montana’s story”, charting his journey from a steely-eyed Notre Dame quarterback to the undisputed king of 1980s football.
But this isn’t just a highlight reel. “One for the Ages” promises raw locker room access, never-before-seen family footage, interviews with Montana’s fiercest rivals, and a chilling look at the pressure that comes with greatness.
Sources close to the production describe the series as a blend of nostalgia and revelation — a powerful narrative that doesn’t shy away from Montana’s battles with injuries, media scrutiny, or his emotional departure from the team he built into a dynasty.
Star-Studded Interviews and Explosive Revelations
Expect appearances from Jerry Rice, Steve Young, Bill Walsh’s family, Tom Brady, John Elway, and even Michael Jordan, who speaks on what it meant to be a champion during Montana’s era.
But what truly elevates this documentary is the inclusion of Montana’s own handwritten notes, audio from game day headsets, and a dramatic retelling of the 1981 NFC Championship game, including the iconic “Catch” to Dwight Clark — newly restored with on-field mic’d-up audio.
“This is the Joe Montana you’ve never seen before,” said director Lisa Kurland, whose previous work includes The Last Dance and Quarterback. “He was a football god to the world, but we wanted to show the mortal man — the pain, the grit, the fire.”
“Cajun Fire”: A Surprising Twist
Adding a layer of cultural intensity is a surprising and heartfelt focus on the Louisiana roots of several key 49ers staff and players, including longtime assistant coaches, scouts, and trainers who brought a “Cajun fire” to the locker room.
A segment titled “Gumbo and Glory” details how these behind-the-scenes legends used family recipes, soul food, and faith to build chemistry in a franchise known for its clinical execution on the field. Netflix promises it will be one of the most emotional chapters in the series.
Five Episodes. Endless Impact.
The documentary will stream in five feature-length episodes, each tackling a different theme:
- “The Chosen One” – Montana’s early rise and championship DNA
- “Red & Gold Blood” – Building a dynasty and surviving the hits
- “The Catch That Changed Everything” – The moment that made a legend
- “Cajun Fire” – Brotherhood, food, and faith in the shadows of success
- “The Final Snap” – Montana’s farewell, legacy, and reflections on football today
A Celebration for the Faithful
49ers fans have waited years for a documentary of this magnitude, and Netflix is delivering a cinematic gift worthy of the franchise’s storied history.
Joe Montana, who gave full access to his home, journals, and family for the project, released a heartfelt statement:
“This story is bigger than me. It’s about a team, a city, and a time when football felt different. I hope it inspires the next generation to lead with heart.”
Watch Party Fever Already Brewing
Bars in San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Montana’s hometown of Monongahela, Pennsylvania, are already planning One for the Ages release-night parties. Levi’s Stadium is reportedly organizing a special screening on the Jumbotron with appearances from Montana himself and other 49ers legends.
Social media is ablaze with anticipation. The hashtag #OneForTheAges trended within hours of the trailer dropping this morning.
“This looks like The Last Dance but for quarterbacks,” one user posted on X.
“Crying already. This is MY childhood,” said another.
BOTTOM LINE
Netflix’s One for the Ages: San Francisco’s Pride is shaping up to be the most emotional, comprehensive, and culturally rich sports documentary of the year. It’s not just about football — it’s about leadership, loyalty, legacy, and the magic that happens when a city and a quarterback rise together.
Coming May 30. Prepare for goosebumps.
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