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The most elite high school football players in the country; following these prospects as they try to push their college teams to postseason glory while juggling the weight of fame and expectation.
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5-Star — Season 1

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Stephanie Morgan Common Sense Media Jan 13
4/5
A compelling, highly emotional look at the lives of young star athletes who've grown up under immense expectations. The inclusion of both family perspectives and expert commentary gives 5-Star depth beyond just highlight reels and stats. Go to Full Review
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Episode 1 Aired Dec 2, 2025 5-Star Michigan QB Bryce Underwood is one of the most hyped prospects ever, and Oregon WR Dakorien Moore has NFL-ready attributes, but both freshmen will be relied upon heavily to make an immediate impact on the field, can they live up to the expectations? Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 2, 2025 The First Test Ohio State CB Devin Sanchez and Penn State OT Malachi Goodman are both elite prospects, but they are also both on teams with title aspirations; the path to playing time isn't a given. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 2, 2025 Your Why Being a five-star means notoriety and fame, but also a spotlight that gets brighter with any misstep. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 2, 2025 White Out With Big Ten conference games underway, all eyes turn toward the early season's marquee matchup: a Penn State White Out game against fellow title contender Oregon; which five-star will rise to the occasion? Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 16, 2025 1% Better Being a five-star isn't only about success, it's also about rebounding after facing adversity; and in week 7, that's exactly what happens; how will they bounce back? Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 16, 2025 Stepping Up As the season rolls on, Ohio State's defense nears historic form, with CB Devin Sanchez capitalizing on his playing time; meanwhile, Oregon WR Dakorien Moore uses an off week to head home for his family's housewarming party. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 16, 2025 The Game As the regular season winds down, all eyes turn to Ohio State vs. Michigan, the fiercest rivalry in the sport; for Michigan QB Bryce Underwood and Ohio State CB Devin Sanchez, it will be the biggest game of their young careers. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 16, 2025 Championship Ohio State and CB Devin Sanchez prepare to face Indiana in the Big Ten Championship; meanwhile, Oregon WR Dakorien Moore rehabs for the playoffs, while Penn State OT Malachi Goodman and Michigan QB Bryce Underwood turn their focus forward. Details

Season Info

Network
Paramount+
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 2, 2025