Netflix Set to Release Emotional and Highly Anticipated Documentary Honoring Late Saints Owner Tom Benson, Highlighting His Enduring Legacy in New Orleans and the NFL, Slated for Release on..
Netflix has announced the upcoming release of a deeply moving and highly anticipated documentary that pays tribute to the life and legacy of Tom Benson, the late owner of the New Orleans Saints. Benson, who passed away in 2018 at the age of 90, remains a towering figure in the city’s sports history and a beloved symbol of resilience in post-Katrina New Orleans.
Slated for release later this year, the documentary promises to offer an intimate look at Benson’s extraordinary journey — from his early days in the car dealership business to his eventual rise as one of the NFL’s most influential and passionate team owners. Through never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive interviews with family members, players, and league executives, the film traces Benson’s transformation of the Saints from perennial underdogs to Super Bowl champions.
“This isn’t just a football story,” said one unnamed production insider. “It’s a story about faith, redemption, and what it means to invest not only in a team but in a city’s soul.”
The documentary will also explore Benson’s complex legacy, including his business acumen, philanthropic impact, and the succession drama that followed his passing. His widow, Gayle Benson, who assumed control of the Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans after a contentious legal battle, is expected to feature prominently in the film.
Former Saints quarterback Drew Brees reportedly participated in extensive interviews for the project, sharing personal anecdotes about Benson’s leadership, loyalty, and emotional investment in the team.
Fans of the Saints and NFL history alike are already buzzing about the release, viewing it as a chance to reflect on the man who brought a Super Bowl title to a long-suffering franchise and gave a grieving city hope when it needed it most.
The documentary is expected to premiere in the fall, just as the NFL season kicks into full gear — a fitting tribute to a man who lived and breathed football until his final days.