Phenoms
Phenoms is a documentary series that chronicles the journey of the next great soccer players on their quests to play at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Includes participation from over 60 players, shot in 20 countries by 12 different directors.
Genre: Documentary, Sport
Cast:Gordon Ramsay , Dan Wicksman , Mario Melchiot , David Neyts , Lucas Lockwood , Dennis Bergkamp , Aramis Merlin , Landon Donovan , Greg Berman , Patrick Vieira , Dele Alli , Clarence Seedorf , Cobi Jones , Jack Butland , Kellyn Acosta , Marquinhos , Davinson Sanchez , Alhassane Sylla
S1.E1 ∙ The Attackers
Through an intimate look into their lives, five of the world's best young goalscorers navigate meteoric success, fame and the high expectations that come with being international superstars. Featuring Dele Alli of England, Marco Asensio of Spain, Gabriel Jesus of Brazil, Paulo Dybala of Argentina, and Hirving Lozano of Mexico.
S1.E2 ∙ The Defenders
Four young defenders, at varying stages of their careers, must overcome uncertainty about their futures as they change clubs and solidify their place on their national team in time for the World Cup. Featuring Marquinhos of Brazil, Davinson Sánchez of Colombia, Kenny Tete of the Netherlands, and Alhassane Sylla of Senegal.
S1.E3 ∙ The Goalkeepers
Showcasing the personalities, relationships and mental toughness of a team's last line of defense, four young goalkeepers fight to become first choice for their club and country. Featuring Aleksandr Selikhov of Russia, Gastón Guruceaga of Uruguay, Jack Butland of England and Alphonse Areola of France.
S1.E4 ∙ The Playmakers
Tasked with being the "brain" of the team, four rising midfield stars must make important decisions on and off the field as they battle tough injuries and receive sizable offers on the road to Russia 2018. Featuring Corentin Tolisso of France, Leon Goretzka of Germany, Roman Zobnin of Russia, and Kellyn Acosta of the US.
S1.E5 ∙ The Creators
With the World Cup approaching, five wingers and attacking midfielders must navigate the high expectations of substantial money transfers on their journeys to making their national team. Featuring Ousmane Dembélé of France, Orbelín Pineda of Mexico, Oliver Burke of Scotland, Callum O'Dowda of Ireland, and Moses Simon of Nigeria.
S1.E7 ∙ Brazil
Follows the journeys of Walace Souza Silva and Marquinhos, two break out Brazilian soccer players, who rose quickly through the ranks and transferred to Europe to play in Paris and Hamburg. Each struggles with fame, family life, and the unexpected challenges of success as they make their mark on the international stage, all the while fighting for a spot on the Brazilian National Soccer Team.
S1.E8 ∙ Germany
Having been too young to take part in Germany's 2014 World Cup triumph, five young Bundesliga stars make their case for inclusion in a stacked German squad for 2018 by winning both the U-21 European Championship and the Confederations Cup. Featuring Leon Goretzka, Julian Weigl, Max Meyer, Mahmoud Dahoud, and Benjamin Henrichs.
S1.E9 ∙ Mexico
Follows Orbelín Pineda and Carlos Salcedo from their humble beginnings in Mexico to their standout star status on top clubs in Mexico and Europe. Amidst big life changes and geographic moves, both players strive to balance the competing needs of their families and their clubs as they work to stay on top professionally and earn their spots on the Mexican National Soccer Team.
S1.E10 ∙ Spain
8 years after watching Spain win the World Cup as teenagers, Marco Asensio, Saúl Ñíguez, Iñaki Williams, and Denis Suárez strive to make their national team. Along the way, they must make their mark at the U-21 European Championship to be considered for the senior squad.
S1.E11 ∙ Colombia
Follows the journeys of Davinson Sánchez and Rafael Santos Borré from their small hometown success in Colombia to their battles for playing time on some of Europe's top clubs. Both players must overcome the challenges of adapting to a new pace of life in a foreign country and catch the attention of the Colombian National Soccer Team coaching staff.
S1.E12 ∙ Argentina
Follows Paulo Dybala and Emanuel Mammana on their journeys from rural Argentina to international soccer stardom. Dybala must contend with the strain of superstardom, as he can't even leave his apartment without being surrounded by fans; while Mammana leaves the relative comfort of France for the harsh winter of Russia in search of more notoriety and to secure his position as one of Argentina's top young defenders.
S1.E13 ∙ England
Tottenham star Dele Alli navigates the attention and pressure stemming from his rapid rise in the Premier League and England national team. Jack Butland fights to return from injury and be England's #1 goalkeeper for the World Cup.
S1.E14 ∙ Russia
In the host nation of the 2018 World Cup, 5 young Russian players must fight through injuries and disappointments to make the national team for a once in a lifetime opportunity of playing a World Cup on home soil.
S1.E15 ∙ France
Inspired by their nation's World Cup win as children, five young French players strive to reach their national team and repeat the triumph of 1998. Featuring Corentin Tolisso, Adrien Rabiot, Alphonse Areola, Malang Sarr, and Olivier Kemen.
S1.E16 ∙ Uruguay
Follows Gastón Guruceaga from his childhood as a youth standout in rural Uruguay to starting goalie for Peñarol, one of Uruguay's largest clubs where he plays with other rising star, Nahitan Nández. Early success fills Gastón with optimism that he will soon transfer to a top European club, but he soon realizes the extent of the many personal and professional sacrifices he must make to achieve his dream.
S1.E17 ∙ Netherlands & Belgium
Kenny Tete, Jaïro Riedewald, and Riechedly Bazoer of the Netherlands grapple with the challenges of being benched at Ajax and seeing their national team stumble in World Cup Qualification. Nany Dimata and Dodi Lukebakio, fueled by their close bond, dominate the Belgium U-21 team and make their case for Russia 2018.
S1.E18 ∙ Ghana, Senegal, & Nigeria
Four West African footballers in various stages of their career make big moves to Europe, join their national teams, and make a name for themselves so they can give back to their families and communities. Featuring Moses Simon, Samuel Tetteh, Alhassane Sylla, and Pape Seydou N'Diaye.
S1.E19 ∙ Ireland, Scotland, Wales
Scotland's most expensive player deals with the weight of expectations after a big transfer to the Bundesliga. The Republic of Ireland's youngest player makes the team just in time for the pivotal World Cup play-off.
S1.E20 ∙ Italy
Despite their shocking failure to qualify for the World Cup in Russia, Italy's future remains hopeful as rising stars Davide Zappacosta, Roberto Gagliardini, Marco Benassi, Davide Calabria, Andrea Petagna, and Rolando Mandragora break into the first teams of legendary clubs like A.C. Milan, Inter Milan, and Chelsea.
