This June, Netflix will be adding a selection of ESPN’s acclaimed 30 for 30 documentaries, offering a deep dive into the lives and careers of notable athletes and significant sports events. Here’s a look at what’s coming:
30 for 30: Once Brothers
Coming to Netflix: June 1, 2024
First aired in October 2010, this poignant documentary explores the friendship between basketball stars Drazen Petrovic and Vlade Divac. Once close friends, their relationship was strained by the Yugoslav Wars, and Petrovic’s tragic death in a car accident added a heartbreaking layer to their story.
30 for 30: Lance (Season 1)
Coming to Netflix: June 3, 2024
Airing in May 2020, this multi-part series delves into the life of Lance Armstrong. It covers his rise to fame, his battle with cancer, and the doping scandal that led to his downfall, painting a comprehensive picture of one of cycling’s most controversial figures.
30 for 30: The Good, The Bad, The Hungry
Coming to Netflix: June 3, 2024
Airing in July 2019, this documentary focuses on the world of competitive eating, highlighting Takeru Kobayashi, who dominated Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest for six years before being dethroned by Joey Chestnut. It offers a unique look at the intense world of professional eating contests.
30 for 30: The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius (Season 1)
Coming to Netflix: June 3, 2024
This series, which aired in September 2020, examines the life of Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius. It details his athletic achievements and the high-profile murder case of Reeva Steenkamp that resulted in his imprisonment. The documentary features interviews with those close to Pistorius, as well as journalists and legal experts.
30 for 30: June 17th, 1994
Coming to Netflix: June 17, 2024
Airing in June 2010, this documentary takes a unique look at one of the most chaotic days in sports history. It covers several significant events, including the infamous police chase of O.J. Simpson, the NBA Finals, the World Cup, and the U.S. Open, all of which took place on June 17, 1994.
