Netflix Unleashes ‘The Underdog’: A Gripping Tribute to West Ham Legend Bobby Moore, Premiering on the 25th
June 28, 2025 – London, England
Netflix has officially announced its latest sports documentary, and this one promises to leave an indelible mark on football fans across the globe. Titled “The Underdog,” the documentary delivers a raw, gripping, and fiercely emotional portrait of Bobby Moore, the late West Ham United and England legend, and will premiere globally on June 25th.
🎬 A Warrior Remembered
Bobby Moore is more than just a football icon — he’s a symbol of resilience, class, and courage both on and off the pitch. Best known as the captain of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning team and a one-club hero for West Ham United, Moore’s legacy is often remembered in snapshots of glory. But “The Underdog” dives deeper — into the battles he fought beyond the touchline: criticism, cancer, and being overlooked long after he hung up his boots.
“He was a general in defense, but he also carried a heavy silence,” says one voiceover in the trailer, delivered by acclaimed actor Tom Hardy.
📽️ What to Expect
The documentary blends rare, never-before-seen footage from Moore’s youth, West Ham career, and England’s historic 1966 run, with interviews from family, teammates, rivals, and journalists. From grainy home videos to candid sideline audio, viewers will witness the life behind the legend.
Featured Appearances:
- Sir Geoff Hurst – Moore’s World Cup-winning teammate
- Pele (archival tribute) – Once called Moore the “greatest defender I ever faced”
- Stephanie Moore – Bobby’s widow, offering intimate reflections
- David Beckham, Harry Kane, and Declan Rice – Speaking on his lasting influence
🔥 The Title: “The Underdog”
Despite his brilliance, Moore was often overlooked post-retirement — receiving fewer coaching offers, minimal recognition from football’s power structures, and facing personal battles in silence. The title “The Underdog” reflects his grit and humility, even at the peak of global stardom.
Netflix producers explain:
“Bobby Moore was football royalty, but he walked like a common man. That duality — fame and quiet suffering — is at the heart of this film.”
💔 The Off-Pitch Battles
The documentary doesn’t shy away from Moore’s toughest moments:
- His 1980 arrest in Colombia, later proven to be a misunderstanding
- His struggles with bowel cancer, which ultimately claimed his life in 1993
- The isolation he experienced from football’s governing bodies, with many believing he was snubbed for post-career roles he rightfully earned
“It’s time we stop talking about what Bobby did and start talking about what Bobby endured,” says narrator Idris Elba.
🏟️ Legacy in Motion
Since his passing, Moore has been immortalized with a statue outside Wembley Stadium and in the hearts of football fans. But “The Underdog” seeks to reintroduce him to a new generation, not just as a footballing great, but as a man whose strength went far beyond tackles and trophies.
West Ham United will host a special screening on June 24th at London Stadium, with proceeds going to the Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research.
📅 Premiere Details
- Title: The Underdog
- Platform: Netflix (Worldwide)
- Release Date: June 25, 2025
- Duration: 98 minutes
- Rating: PG-13 (for language and archival medical content)
🗣️ Early Reactions
The trailer, released today, has already gone viral across social media.
- Gary Lineker: “An overdue, powerful tribute to the best of us. Bobby would’ve been proud.”
- Declan Rice: “He was the blueprint. Every West Ham player still walks in his shadow.”
- The Guardian: “A masterstroke in documentary storytelling — raw, reverent, and revolutionary.”
⚽ Final Whistle
“The Underdog” is more than a film about football. It’s a story of humility in greatness, silence in suffering, and dignity in every moment of doubt. Bobby Moore didn’t ask for praise — he simply earned it.
And now, finally, the world is ready to give it.
Streaming only on Netflix, June 25.
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