Apple TV Plus has its own version of The Last Dance in the sports documentary The Dynasty: New England Patriots. This 10-part documentary is a deep dive into the greatest sports dynasty of the 21st century to date, with many of the team's biggest figures offering their take on events.
The sports documentary has really taken off in recent years. The Last Dance, which chronicled the career of Michael Jordan with the Chicago Bulls, was a big turning point, opening up the demand for more. Since then we've had other hits like Prime Video's Kelce and the series of Netflix docuseries like Full Swing, Drive to Survive, Break Point and more. The Dynasty: New England Patriots director, Matthew Hamachek, also made another popular sports documentary, Tiger, on Tiger Woods.
Ready to learn more about the team that dominated the NFL for nearly 20 years? Here's everything you need to know about The Dynasty: New England Patriots.
How to watch The Dynasty: New England Patriots
The final two episodes of The Dynasty: New England Patriots are now available to watch on Apple TV Plus, meaning the entire 10-episode docuseries are available at your leisure.
You need an Apple TV Plus subscription to watch Dynasty: New England Patriots. An Apple TV Plus free trial is available if you want to test out the streaming service and its offerings before you commit to a monthly subscription.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episodes
Here are the synopses for The Dynasty: New England Patriots episodes released thus far:
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 1, "Backup Plan"
"After Drew Bledsoe suffers a devastating injury, Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick put the hopes of the franchise in sixth-round draft pick Tom Brady."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 2, "The Snow Bowl"
"Belichick shocks the world by doubling down on Brady. An icy showdown with the Oakland Raiders redefines what's possible for the Patriots."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 3, "Borrowed Time"
"In the wake of 9/11, the Patriots emerge on football's biggest stage and face pressure that could unite them — or tear them apart."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 4, "Spygate"
"After three Super Bowl wins, the Patriots are accused of videotaping an opponent's sideline signals and things start to spiral."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 5, "Torn"
"Brady struggles with his impermanence after a catastrophic injury. Belichick faces a test of his leadership and loyalty."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 6, "At All Costs"
"Facing a crossroads, the Patriots draft Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. But tragedy strikes and a murder investigation unfolds.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 7, "Under Pressure"
"Envy and jealousy take root, putting Brady and the Patriots at the center of a two-year media spectacle known as Deflategate."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 8, "Score to Settle"
"With Jimmy Garoppolo nipping at this heels — and a coach that may not have his back — Brady stages one of the greatest comebacks in sports history."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 9, "Breaking Point"
"Tensions boil over when Belichick makes a questionable decision on the biggest stage."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots episode 10, "End Game"
"After a decades-long run, the dynasty crumbles."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots premise
Using the New York Times best-selling book The Dynasty by Jeff Benedict, The Dynasty: New England Patriots is going to chronicle many of the moments that defined the team's success over a 20 year period. Here is the official synopsis for the documentary from Apple TV Plus:
"The Dynasty: New England Patriots brings together former quarterback Tom Brady, coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft as they give the definitive story of the team's remarkable reign. The docuseries explores the franchise's 20-year journey, from the unique chemistry that fueled six Super Bowl wins to the internal strife that sparked a turf war. From the owner's suite to the locker room, the series reveals an insider's look at the road to — and cost of — greatness."
The Dynasty: New England Patriots trailer
The official trailer for The Dynasty: New England Patriots just gives us a glimpse at some of the things that are going to be covered in the documentary, but what an enticing glimpse it is. Check out the full trailer right here:
You can also watch the previously released teaser trailer here:
Who is in The Dynasty: New England Patriots documentary?
The three main figures of the New England Patriots from 2001-2020 are going to be at the center of the documentary: Bill Belichick, Tom Brady and Robert Kraft. However the documentary is also going to feature a number of other former players and notable figures to shed light on different facets of the team and its reach.
Here are some of the other names set to appear in the documentary:
- Danny Amendola
- Drew Bledsoe
- Deion Branch
- Howard Bryant
- Bill Burr
- Roger Goodell
- Rob Gronkowski
- Jon Bon Jovi
- Jonathan Kraft
- Ty Law
- Jackie MacMullan
- Al Michaels
- Randy Moss
- Rupert Murdoch
- Bill Parcells
- Michael Strahan
- Adam Vinatieri
