Popular streaming giant Netflix has officially confirmed the Six Nations will get an in-depth behind-the-scenes documentary based on the model of Formula One’s Drive to Survive.
The series is set to be rugby’s attempt to replicate the success of Drive to Survive, a docu-series that follows Formula One’s drivers, managers and team owners which has increased the motorsport’s popularity since it first aired in 2019.
The 2023 season of the Six Nations will get underway on 4 February, with Ireland taking on Wales in Cardiff and England hosting Scotland at Twickenham.
Footage shot by the streaming service will be ready for broadcast in 2024.
“Netflix have announced two new projects that further cement its status as a premier storyteller in sports, featuring exclusive, behind-the-scenes stories with the most popular athletes, teams, leagues and federations around the globe,” a statement read.
“As part of its sports slate, Netflix greenlit two new docuseries: an as yet untitled series at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, featuring exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage of all 32 teams from the tournament; and Six Nations, an exclusive, inside look at the international rugby tournament.
“The series will take us inside the exhilarating world of the oldest and greatest annual international rugby tournament.
“It will give fans an insight into pulsating behind-the-scenes moments as the best teams in Europe battle it out in some of the biggest matches in the rugby calendar to take home the prestigious trophy.”
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