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Season 1 – Brazil '70: The Third Star

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In 1970, the Brazilian national team took the field with big dreams and an even bigger challenge: to become the first three-time world champions.
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Brazil '70: The Third Star — Season 1

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Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media Jun 16
4/5
This well-acted TV docudrama offers a dramatic interpretation of the real story behind Brazil's third FIFA World Cup win from the national team's point of view. Go to Full Review
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Murilo B @Murilo2026 Aug 9 Film: 5, Screenplay: 5, Acting: 5, Directing: 5, Heart: 5. The stories in each episode are well told and keep you engaged until the end of the series. The scenes are well executed, given how difficult it is to film moving balls. Furthermore, it is moving to see victories for my country, Brazil, against various other nations, each with a unique story. See more Srgio N @RT03383691 Jul 21 An excellent mini-docuseries in practically every respect. Brazil was so incredible that, despite having won in '58 and '62, the team was savaged for failing to win in '66 and arrived at the '70 tournament under immense pressure, facing a barrage of criticism and doubt—especially directed at Pelé. It’s crazy to think about that now, considering that after 1970, there would be a 24-year drought—though that period did eventually include three consecutive finals and two titles. Yet, reality caught up with us, and a new record has now been set: a title drought reaching 30 years by 2030. Drawing a parallel with that era: where is the public pressure? Where is the outrage? Where is a figure like Saldanha? It’s been only a few days since we were eliminated, and no one even talks about the World Cup anymore; it’s as if it never happened. It is truly striking—we really are resting (and sleeping) on ​​our laurels. See more diogo13 T @Tua_mera Jul 17 Esta serie é muito boa. Estas series históricas do Brasil feitas pela Netflix são muito boas. See more Michael W @mawilps Jun 27 This World Cup miniseries was very good. Lucas Agricola, Rodrigo Santoro, Bruno Mazzeo, Ravel Andrade, and the rest of the cast did a fanastic job in this miniseries. This true story about the 1970 Brazilian national soccer team winning the World Cup was dramatic, inspirational, and heartfelt. It's about conquering your demons, believing in yourselves and your teammates, overcoming the odds, and bringing hope and joy to your country. If you haven't seen this miniseries yet, check it out sometime. Even if you're not a soccer fan, you'll enjoy it. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired May 29, 2026 Play for Us, Pelé After a harrowing 1966 season, Pelé hesitates to return to the field, but the energetic encouragement of coach João Saldanha may change his mind. Details Episode 2 Aired May 29, 2026 Zagallo's Eleven With Saldanha out, the team heads to Mexico for the cup, but neither the heat nor their superstitious new coach cuts them any slack. Details Episode 3 Aired May 29, 2026 What King Am I? Facing a strong, united opponent, Brazil's team must set aside their political differences to stay focused on the game and keep scoring. Details Episode 4 Aired May 29, 2026 The Ghost of Maracanazo Daring to hope for the finals, Brazil's national team gets cold feet, haunted by memories of a historic Maracanã defeat to Uruguay in 1950. Details Episode 5 Aired May 29, 2026 I'm Not Dead As the final looms and pressure mounts for Brazil to bring the cup home, the star player isn't in top form, but he's definitely not dead. Details
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Season Info

Director
Paulo Morelli, Pedro Morelli
Screenwriter
Felipe Sant'Angelo, Maíra Oliveira, Paulo Morelli
Network
Netflix
Genre
Drama, Sports
Original Language
Brazilian Portuguese
Release Date
May 29, 2026
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