BREAKING NEWS: Netflix Announces “The Underdog,” a Deep-Dive Documentary on the New York Mets — Release Date Revealed
New York, NY — In a monumental announcement for baseball fans, Netflix has officially unveiled “The Underdog,” a highly anticipated documentary chronicling the tumultuous, passionate, and often unpredictable journey of the New York Mets. The series is slated for release on August 23, 2025, just in time to capture the back half of the current MLB season.
A Story Only the Mets Could Tell
“The Underdog” promises to be more than just a season recap. This documentary will dive into the rich, rollercoaster history of the Mets, from their underdog origins in 1962, the Miracle Mets of 1969, through the highs of 1986, and into the modern era of pain, promise, and perseverance.
Netflix describes it as:
“An unfiltered, emotional journey through triumphs, heartbreaks, legendary players, and the undying loyalty of Mets fans who embrace chaos with hope, every single season.”
All-Star Cast of Interviews
The series will feature candid interviews with Mets legends such as Keith Hernandez, Mike Piazza, David Wright, and Doc Gooden, alongside current stars like Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor, and Brandon Nimmo.
Even rival players, journalists, and long-suffering fans will lend their voices to what producers call “the most authentic portrayal of what it means to be a Mets fan.”
Notably, Jerry Seinfeld, lifelong Mets devotee, will appear in the series, delivering his trademark humor on the team’s “incredible ability to make losing entertaining.”
Behind-the-Scenes Access & Untold Stories
Netflix has partnered with MLB and the Mets organization to grant unprecedented behind-the-scenes access, offering a rare look into locker rooms, front-office decisions, and personal stories that have never been shared publicly.
From the Bobby Valentine mustache incident to the Wilpons era controversies, the documentary will cover it all — with raw honesty and emotional depth.
Social Media Explodes
Following the announcement, Mets fans took to social media in typical self-deprecating fashion:
- “Finally, a documentary that perfectly captures the feeling of being a Mets fan: 50% hope, 50% trauma.”
- “Netflix making a Mets doc called ‘The Underdog’ feels personal. But I’ll binge it anyway.”
- “Is it a doc or a tragedy? Either way, let’s go Mets!”
A Legacy Piece for Baseball Lovers
Executive producer Jonah Karp emphasized:
“This is not just for Mets fans. This is a love letter to baseball — about what it means to believe, to fall short, and to keep showing up. Because no franchise captures that spirit quite like the Mets.”
Mark Your Calendar
- Title: The Underdog
- Platform: Netflix
- Release Date: August 23, 2025
- Episodes: 6-part limited series
- Director: Emmy-winner Lisa Salters
