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The release of the highly popular Netflix four-part Beckham docuseries has seen the superstar soccer player David Beckham in the headlines as the series covers his athletic career, personal life and dealing with the pressures of fame. Sports docuseries have exploded in popularity recently, featuring some of the globe’s biggest franchises and athletes.

JeffBet has analyzed data from IMDb to reveal the most popular sports docuseries of all time and reveal a list of the top 15 based on the number of user-generated votes each.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive – 47,584 Votes

Formula 1: Drive to Survive secures a strong second position as one of the most popular docuseries, following its initial release in March 2019. This exceptional series is a co-production between Formula One and Netflix, offering an immersive and thrilling exploration of the Formula One world championships. It takes viewers on a behind-the-scenes journey, providing an up-close look at the intensity and drama of race day in the high-speed world of Formula 1.

What sets “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” apart is its exclusive access to the inner workings of the sport, from the paddock to the pit lane. It offers a unique perspective on the lives and careers of Formula 1’s biggest stars, including legends like Lewis Hamilton and the formidable Max Verstappen. This unprecedented access provides an unfiltered look into the sacrifices, triumphs, and rivalries that define the sport, creating a compelling narrative for both die-hard fans and newcomers to Formula 1.

With five seasons already under its belt, “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” has left audiences eagerly anticipating more, and it’s highly likely that further seasons will be confirmed to continue this thrilling journey into the world of Formula 1. The series has undoubtedly become a must-watch for motorsport enthusiasts and a testament to the enduring global fascination with Formula 1 racing.

Here is the list of the top 15 most popular sports docuseries:

1. The Last Dance – 142,850 Votes
2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive – 47,584 Votes
3. Welcome to Wrexham – 16,339 Votes
4. Untold: Malice at the Palace – 9,664 Votes
5. Sunderland ‘Til I Die – 8,904 Votes
6. Class of 92 – 8,724 Votes
7. Untold: The Girlfriend Who Didn’t Exist – 7,582 Votes
8. All or Nothing: Manchester City – 7,470 Votes
9.  Last Chance U – 7,338 Votes
10.  Cheer – 6,717 Votes
11.  All or Nothing: Tottenham Hotspur – 6,563 Votes
12.  FIFA Uncovered – 6,197 Votes
13.  All or Nothing: Arsenal – 5,827 Votes
14.  Beckham – 5,793 Votes

15. The Figo Affair: The Transfer That Changed Football – 5,211 Votes

A spokesperson from JeffBet has commented on the findings: “Sports docuseries have surged in popularity over recent years. Fans are interested in sports storytelling as they offer interesting behind-the-scenes content of the biggest sports franchises in the world, helping us understand the psyche of the most famous athletes in the world.”

“Streaming giants Netflix and Amazon Prime are often competing with each other by releasing the most in-demand sports docuseries productions.  So far, Netflix originals are coming out on top in sports storytelling, with Formula 1’s “Drive to Survive” taking second position.”

“It’s also compelling to see Beckham place on the list despite only being released on the fourth of October 2023. It speaks to David Beckham’s worldwide influence as not just a sporting icon, but a celebrity and fashion icon too.”