Lionel Messi: Destiny

Lionel Messi: Destiny 2023

7.83

Behind-the-scenes documentary about how Lionel Messi succeeded in lifting the World Cup – the only trophy to have eluded him in an incredible career.

2023

Lionesses: Champions of Europe

Lionesses: Champions of Europe 2022

9.80

Through the eyes of key figures, including captain Leah Williamson and manager Sarina Wiegman, this documentary relives England’s incredible European Championship triumph in July 2022. No senior England football team had claimed a major tournament title since 1966 until the women’s side secured an unforgettable 2-1 win in the final against old enemies Germany. This documentary features all the key moments on the pitch, while candid interviews with the likes of Williamson, player of the tournament Beth Mead and England stalwarts Jill Scott, Ellen White and Lucy Bronze offer a unique behind-the-scenes insight. BBC pundits Gabby Logan, Ian Wright, Alex Scott and Fara Williams also offer their thoughts on what was a breakthrough summer for women’s footballers, and female sportswomen in general.

2022

Messi

Messi 2022

6.30

Including incredible childhood footage, this wide-reaching documentary gains a detailed understanding of the real Lionel Messi. This is Messi as you’ve never seen him before.

2022

Cristiano Ronaldo: Impossible to Ignore

Cristiano Ronaldo: Impossible to Ignore 2021

10.00

More goals, more trophies, more followers; for Cristiano Ronaldo life is about being number one, about standing alone. New documentary explores how Ronaldo has overcome adversity to reach unparalleled heights and examines his journey to become the most followed person on the planet. Has he redefined what it means to be an icon in the 21st Century? And at 36, will he rest on this legacy?

2021

The Kennedy Who Changed The World

The Kennedy Who Changed The World 2019

1

Bill Clinton, Nicole Scherzinger and members of the Kennedy family reveal how JFK's sister Eunice used sport to change the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.

2019

Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon

Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon 2017

1

As the BBC celebrates 90 years of covering Wimbledon, Sue Barker travels the globe to meet some of the legends who have graced the famous grass courts. Tennis royalty including Andy Murray, Roger Federer, Rod Laver, Chris Evert, Billie Jean King, Pete Sampras, Bjorn Borg, Virginia Wade, Martina Navratilova, Boris Becker and John McEnroe share memories and reflect on their own experiences at the iconic tennis tournament. These are their stories as never told before, emotional and self-deprecating, revealing how their lives and careers were changed by the Championships. For Sue herself, Wimbledon has been a big part of her life for nearly 50 years as a fan, player and broadcaster. She also meets the Duke of Kent, who is president of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, and the Duchess of Cambridge, who this year takes on a new role as patron.

2017

Journey to the East

Journey to the East 2008

1

The Journey to the West becomes a Journey to the East. Monkey, Pigsy, and Sandy travel across China to Beijing. Using magical powers to fight off various monsters and demons, they channel all sorts of Olympic sports in their passage to Bird's Nest stadium, lighting the flame.

2008

Women of Steel

Women of Steel 2022

7.00

Following the England Women’s Rugby League squad as they build up to the biggest competition of their lives, a home World Cup in October 2022. This raw and honest journey takes a look at the women who are battling for a place in the squad, despite not being paid professionals and having to hold down full-time jobs alongside club rugby and England commitments.

2022

Alex Scott: The Future of Women's Football

Alex Scott: The Future of Women's Football 2022

7.50

Former England international Alex Scott looks at the explosion in popularity of women’s football and asks what the future holds for the game she loves. Women’s football is the fastest growing female sport in the world. With wages on the rise and multimillion-pound broadcasting deals being agreed, this summer’s European Championships in England are set to be a watershed moment for the game.

2022

England’s World Cup Lionesses

England’s World Cup Lionesses 2019

7.70

Alex Scott follows England's women's football squad over nine months as they prepare for the 2019 World Cup in France.

2019

Clive Sullivan: Rugby League Legend

Clive Sullivan: Rugby League Legend 2022

1

Football icon Nathan Blake uncovers the incredible story of a Welsh rugby legend: his uncle, Clive Sullivan, who was the first black man to captain Great Britain in any sport.

2022

Pep Guardiola: Chasing Perfection

Pep Guardiola: Chasing Perfection 2024

7.00

How and why has Pep Guardiola been able to revolutionise football? This documentary offers a deep dive into Pep’s relentless pursuit of perfection and the methods and motivations that have led him to leave a lasting imprint on the beautiful game. Fascinating interviews with his inner circle, including his right-hand man Txiki Begiristain, uncover Pep’s journey from a small town in Catalonia to the awe-inspiring Camp Nou and the importance of his pivotal relationship with managerial guru Johan Cruyff. From his humble beginnings as boss of Barcelona B, to his crowning moment in the 2023 Champions League, this documentary charts Pep’s transcendent managerial journey across Europe’s top leagues. It is the definitive origin story of a once-in-a-generation genius footballing mind.

2024

Managing England: The Impossible Job

Managing England: The Impossible Job 2018

10.00

The trials, tribulations and perpetual disappointments which have beset the managers of the England men's national football team since the country's solitary World Cup win in 1966.

2018

Colin McRae: Born to Race

Colin McRae: Born to Race 2007

1

The story of Colin McRae, the first British driver to win the World Rally Championship, is told by those who knew him best - his co-drivers Derek Ringer and Nicky Grist, the team bosses at Subaru, Ford and Citroën and his father Jimmy, himself a five-time British rally champion.

2007

Rugby League's Legendary Watersplash Final

Rugby League's Legendary Watersplash Final 2018

1

The Rugby League Challenge Cup final in 1968 between Leeds and Wakefield Trinity produced one of the most dramatic moments ever seen at a major sporting event. With what looked like the most easy of kicks to win the Wembley showpiece, Don Fox of Wakefield somehow missed it. Leeds won 11-10 - and so began one of the most talked-about and replayed scenes of all time in British sport. This documentary, as told by Dave Woods, looks back at that amazing match as he speaks to members of both teams, including Don’s legendary brother Neil – who talks about the impact that fateful miss had on Don’s life and career.

2018