5 of Prime Video’s best sports shows and films to watch after the Beckham doc
There are plenty of exciting shows and films on Prime Video that sports fans can sink their teeth into after the David Beckham documentary. Football fans around the world have been glued to Netflix’s new docuseries centred on former Manchester United and England footballer David Beckham.
The four-part series rocketed to the top spot of the streaming giant’s top 10 in both the UK and the USA since its launch. But if you’ve already binged Beckham and need something else to get your sports fix, Amazon’s Prime Video has plenty of sports films and documentaries included with a membership.
What's more, subscribers don't have to pay a penny to binge the best and a 30-day free trial also gives them access to a Prime Big Deal Days sale lightning deal to buy a high-spec Amazon Fire HD TV perfect for watching quality TV on. Here, we have compiled five of the best sports films and shows available to stream right now for free with a subscription to Prime Video.
Kelce
This feature-length documentary follows Philadelphia Eagles captain Jason Kelce – brother of Taylor Swift’s rumoured new beau Travis Kelce – throughout the 2022 NFL season. Ahead of the 2022 offseason, the All-Pro centre was faced with one of the toughest decisions any professional athlete will face – is now the time to call it day?
After deciding to return for his twelfth NFL season, Kelce embarked on a remarkable journey, marked by the arrival of his third daughter, the debut of his podcast New Heights – co-hosted by Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis – and culminating in a history-making Super Bowl appearance that placed the Kelce family at the centre of the NFL world. But as the season came to a close, Jason was still left grappling with what life would look like after he hangs up his boots, and if this Super Bowl champion has one more run left in him.
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Bend it Like Beckham
The BAFTA-nominated comedy-drama coined the famous phrase based on the former England captain’s famous ability to curve the ball. In Bend it Like Beckham, Jess Bhamra (Parminder Nagra), the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not allowed to play organised football.
When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton (Keira Knightley), who convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Defying her parents’ wishes, Jess chases her dream and uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family, while also dealing with romantic feelings for her coach, Joe (Jonathan Rhys Meyers).
All or Nothing – The German National Team in Qatar
Amazon’s hit docuseries All or Nothing is back with behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s biggest sports teams. This time round, All or Nothing follows the German men’s national football team as they head into the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
With new manager Hansi Flick at the helm, the four-time world champions want to be the best once again at the first-ever winter World Cup. After a shock exit in the group stage of the 2018 World Cup and a dramatic exit at the hands of England in the last 16 of Euro 2020, the Germans are hungry for another title.
But their journey ends in the group stage once again. This four-part series gives an exclusive insight into the team’s dramatic failure.
King Richard
Will Smith earned a now-infamous Academy Award for his performance as Richard Williams – father of Tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams – in this acclaimed biopic. Based on the inspiring true story, King Richard follows the Williams patriarch as he raises two of the most gifted athletes of all time.
Driven by a clear vision for their future and using unconventional methods, Richard has a plan that will take his daughters from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage as tennis icons. This moving drama shows the power of family, perseverance and unwavering belief as a means to achieve the impossible and impact the world.
We Are Newcastle United
Following their historic Champions League win against Paris Saint-Germain in October, this four-part docuseries looks back at the 2022/23 season at Newcastle United. Narrated by the Magpies’ all-time leading goalscorer Alan Shearer, We Are Newcastle United gives exclusive insight into the evolution of the club under its new owners, the appointment of new head coach Eddie Howe, and the signing of several big name players.
With more than £300m spent to buy the club from former owner Mike Ashley, fans’ expectations are high, and the new team both on and off the pitch have a mountain to climb to transform its fortunes.
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