Cristiano Ronaldo to Star in New Soccer Drama Series Production
WHO:
FOX Sports - The series will feature newcomer Carlotta Banat alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, Damian Lewis, Thierry Henry, and musician Dave.
FOX Sports - Cristiano Ronaldo, Matthew Vaughn, Damian Lewis, Thierry Henry, Dave, Darren Dein
Complex - Cristiano Ronaldo, Matthew Vaughn, Damian Lewis, Thierry Henry, Carlotta Banat, Dave
WHAT:
FOX Sports - The storyline of "Day 1s" follows similar themes to "The Playoffs," a recent Brazilian series centered on the sports agency world.
FOX Sports - Cristiano Ronaldo is producing and starring in a new television drama titled "Day 1s."
Complex - The series "Day 1s" will follow the story of a fictional UK soccer agent named Stanley Dalton.
FOX Sports - Filming for "Day 1s" is currently underway in London.
Complex - Ronaldo confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last time competing in the international competition.
Complex - The series has not yet secured a distribution platform, but there is speculation of a bidding war among major streaming platforms.
WHERE:
FOX Sports - Filming is taking place in London.
Complex - The series is based on an original idea from soccer agent Darren Dein, who is from the UK.
WHEN:
Complex - The series "Day 1s" is the first production from UR Marv Studios, which was launched recently.
WHY:
Complex - Ronaldo is transitioning to television following his exit from the World Cup, seeking new challenges in his career.
HOW:
FOX Sports - The project is independently financed through UR-Marv Studios, which has also completed two sports films prior to "Day 1s."
FOX Sports - The project is independently financed through UR-Marv Studios, a joint venture between Ronaldo and Vaughn's Marv Studios.
A new series titled "Day 1s" is set to feature newcomer Carlotta Banat alongside sports icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Damian Lewis, Thierry Henry, and musician Dave. The storyline will explore themes similar to the recent Brazilian series "The Playoffs," which delves into the world of sports agencies. This project is independently financed through UR-Marv Studios, known for previously completing two sports films before embarking on "Day 1s."