Lionel Messi has had such a monumental year that Apple has decided it’s worth not one, but two separate documentary series.
Back in June, Apple TV+ announced it was developing a four-part documentary series on Messi’s journey to World Cup glory with Argentina at the end of 2022.
Just days later, Messi announced his intention to join Inter Miami. Which brings us to documentary series number two.
On Sunday, Apple TV+ announced another Messi docuseries — this one a six-parter — that will be released at a date to be announced.
According to an Apple press release, “the series chronicles Leo’s immersion in America, the remarkable journey and transformation of Inter Miami CF, and most significantly, the impact he is currently having on soccer in North America as ‘Messi Mania’ crisscrosses the continent.”
The series, much like the first, promises to feature exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to Messi and those in his inner circle.
Many of the same names behind docuseries number one will also be making the second show: It will be executive produced by Emmy winner Tim Pastore (“Free Solo,” “Jane”), Emmy and Tony winners Patrick Milling Smith and Brian Carmody, and Emmy winner Matt Renner (“Free Solo,” “Limitless with Chris Hemsworth”) of Smuggler Entertainment.
Messi’s introduction to life in North America has been going swimmingly, as the Argentina star has scored eight goals in just five Leagues Cup matches. Inter Miami has reached the semifinal of the competition, which will come against the Philadelphia Union on Tuesday.
Messi and Apple are becoming ever more intertwined in a relationship that appears to be paying off for both parties. As part of his Inter Miami deal, the Argentine legend was reportedly given a cut of profits from Apple’s MLS Season Pass subscriptions. Last week, Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas said those subscribers have more than doubled just since Messi joined Inter Miami.
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