BREAKING NEWS: Netflix Releases “The Underdog,” a Highly Anticipated Documentary About Indiana Pacers legend Reggie Miller, Slated for Release on the…………….
June 14, 2025 — Los Angeles, CA
Netflix has officially announced the release of “The Underdog,” a powerful new sports documentary chronicling the life, career, and legacy of Indiana Pacers legend Reggie Miller. The film, which has been in development for over two years, is set to premiere globally on July 15, 2025, exclusively on the streaming platform.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay and produced in collaboration with ESPN Films, “The Underdog” offers an unflinching and intimate look at one of the most polarizing and clutch players in NBA history. Known for his fierce rivalry with the New York Knicks and his unforgettable 8 points in 9 seconds performance in the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Miller’s career is both a testament to underdog grit and elite-level excellence.
Netflix released the official trailer earlier this morning, sending fans and sports enthusiasts into a frenzy on social media. The two-minute preview teases exclusive interviews with NBA legends such as Michael Jordan, Spike Lee, Charles Barkley, and Larry Bird, alongside never-before-seen footage from Miller’s college days at UCLA and his 18-year career with the Pacers.
“Reggie Miller’s story is bigger than basketball,” said DuVernay during a press conference. “It’s about proving people wrong, standing tall when everyone doubts you, and showing that greatness doesn’t always look like what people expect. Reggie’s legacy is one of resilience, intelligence, and heart.”
Miller, who has served as a consultant and executive producer on the film, shared his excitement in a brief social media post: “This one’s for the fans, the doubters, the dreamers. #TheUnderdog drops July 15. Let’s go.”
The documentary spans Miller’s early life in Riverside, California, where he overcame physical challenges due to hip deformities, to his rise as one of the most feared sharpshooters in the NBA. It also delves into his off-court persona—his work as a broadcaster, his advocacy for mental health awareness in athletes, and his role as a mentor to current NBA stars like Steph Curry and Damian Lillard.
One particularly emotional segment, according to early reviewers who viewed the documentary at a private screening in Indianapolis, covers Miller’s complex relationship with his sister Cheryl Miller—an equally legendary figure in basketball history. The film explores how their sibling rivalry pushed both to greatness, even as they navigated the challenges of race, fame, and media scrutiny.
Sports analysts are already predicting “The Underdog” will become one of Netflix’s biggest sports documentaries to date, joining the ranks of The Last Dance and Quarterback. The timing of the release—just ahead of the NBA Summer League—adds to the anticipation, with fans eager to revisit one of the league’s most memorable eras.
With nostalgia, insight, and heart, “The Underdog” is poised to solidify Reggie Miller’s place not only in basketball history but also in the pantheon of great American sports stories.
