Get ready to delve deep into the heart of lion's territory! The British and Irish Lions are set to release "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025," a feature film providing an unprecedented glimpse behind the scenes of their recent tour in Australia. This revealing documentary, set to air on TNT Sports and Discovery+, follows their successful campaign down under, where Andy Farrell’s squad triumphed in the Test series against the Wallabies with a close 2-1 victory.
This isn't the first time the Lions have let cameras behind the curtain. They are veterans of the sports documentary game, having started with the cult classic ‘Living with Lions’ from their 1997 South African tour. However, "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025" promises to up the ante, featuring 90 minutes of intimate, never-before-seen footage, narrated by none other than BAFTA-winning actor James McAvoy.
"We are hugely excited to release ‘Lions Uncut: Australia 2025’ this month following on from our Emmy-nominated documentary from the 2021 Tour,"
said Ben Calveley, CEO of The British & Irish Lions.
"The tradition of Lions sporting documentaries are a huge part of our tours and we are extremely excited to showcase the story behind our Series win in Australia."
The documentary not only captures the fierce on-field action but also the off-field camaraderie and strategy that led to their series win. It's a portrayal that enriches the understanding of what it means to be a Lion, providing fans with a richer narrative woven with the essence of rugby heritage and emotional depth.
Scott Young, EVP of Warner Bros. Discovery Sports Europe, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, noting,
"We’re proud to be the exclusive home of ‘Lions Uncut: Australia 2025’ and tell the story of this iconic series. This film captures the essence of what makes the Lions truly special – the emotion, the heritage, and sporting prowess. It’s storytelling that goes far beyond the pitch."
The film is a part of a broader engagement strategy that included a series of behind-the-scenes videos published on the Lions’ YouTube channel during the tour. "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025" will premiere later this month on TNT Sports and discovery+, just in time to set the stage for the Quilter Nations Series, where England will clash with the Wallabies on November 1st at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
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Get ready to delve deep into the heart of lion's territory! The British and Irish Lions are set to release "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025," a feature film providing an unprecedented glimpse behind the scenes of their recent tour in Australia. This revealing documentary, set to air on TNT Sports and Discovery+, follows their successful campaign down under, where Andy Farrell’s squad triumphed in the Test series against the Wallabies with a close 2-1 victory.
This isn't the first time the Lions have let cameras behind the curtain. They are veterans of the sports documentary game, having started with the cult classic ‘Living with Lions’ from their 1997 South African tour. However, "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025" promises to up the ante, featuring 90 minutes of intimate, never-before-seen footage, narrated by none other than BAFTA-winning actor James McAvoy.
"We are hugely excited to release ‘Lions Uncut: Australia 2025’ this month following on from our Emmy-nominated documentary from the 2021 Tour,"
said Ben Calveley, CEO of The British & Irish Lions."The tradition of Lions sporting documentaries are a huge part of our tours and we are extremely excited to showcase the story behind our Series win in Australia."
The documentary not only captures the fierce on-field action but also the off-field camaraderie and strategy that led to their series win. It's a portrayal that enriches the understanding of what it means to be a Lion, providing fans with a richer narrative woven with the essence of rugby heritage and emotional depth.
Scott Young, EVP of Warner Bros. Discovery Sports Europe, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, noting,
"We’re proud to be the exclusive home of ‘Lions Uncut: Australia 2025’ and tell the story of this iconic series. This film captures the essence of what makes the Lions truly special – the emotion, the heritage, and sporting prowess. It’s storytelling that goes far beyond the pitch."
The film is a part of a broader engagement strategy that included a series of behind-the-scenes videos published on the Lions’ YouTube channel during the tour. "Lions Uncut: Australia 2025" will premiere later this month on TNT Sports and discovery+, just in time to set the stage for the Quilter Nations Series, where England will clash with the Wallabies on November 1st at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.