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NETFLIX GREENLIGHTS UNTITLED DOCUMENTARY ON EXPOS’ LONG-DEBATED DEPARTURE FROM MONTREAL IN FIRST FILM FROM CREATIVE PARTNERSHIP WITH ATTRACTION


Published on 2024-02-21 at 09:30

 • Netflix today announced the first greenlight under its creative partnership with Montreal-based Attraction.

 • The untitled documentary film will explore the setbacks that led to the departure of Quebec's beloved Expos from Montreal, and how it continues to spark debate 20 years later. 

 • Director: Jean-François Poisson 

 • Executive Producers: Marie-Christine Pouliot and Richard Speer

 • Quote from Richard Speer, President, Attraction: "It is with great pride and enthusiasm that Attraction announces the first project to result from our partnership with Netflix. The Expos were the first MLB team outside of the US, and despite their departure from Montreal, they continue to have passionate fans to this day. This film will tell the story of the team through the eyes of those who lived it."

 • Netflix is the premier home for great sports entertainment stories, including recent releases Formula 1: Drive To Survive, Full Swing, NASCAR: Full Speed, Untold, Quarterback, Tour de France: Unchained, Under Pressure: The U.S. Women’s World Cup Team, Six Nations: Full Contact and more. 

NETFLIX GREENLIGHTS UNTITLED DOCUMENTARY ON EXPOS’ LONG-DEBATED DEPARTURE FROM MONTREAL IN FIRST FILM FROM CREATIVE PARTNERSHIP WITH ATTRACTION