Apple TV announced a multi-part documentary series chronicling tennis icon Andre Agassi's complex career and personal journey, directed by Emmy winner Chris Smith.
Apple TV has officially confirmed production of a multi-part documentary series exploring the life and career of tennis legend Andre Agassi. The announcement coincides with the sixteenth anniversary of Agassi's bestselling autobiography "Open," known for its raw portrayal of his struggles with fame, identity, and substance use during his illustrious career.
Agassi's tennis legacy spans over two decades, featuring eight Grand Slam singles titles, a Career Grand Slam (winning all four major tournaments), and 101 weeks as the world's top-ranked player. His journey from teenage phenom to retirement provides rich material for documentary storytelling.
The series will be directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Chris Smith, whose previous Apple TV+ project "Hollywood Con Queen" debuted in 2024. Smith brings significant documentary expertise from Netflix hits like "Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened" and "Tiger King." Production will be handled by Smith's Library Films, with Stacy Smith and Justin Gimelstob serving as executive producers.
Apple emphasized the project will tackle Agassi's "thrilling, complex and inspiring story," suggesting deep exploration of both his athletic achievements and personal challenges. Notably absent from the announcement was any release window, indicating the project remains in early development stages.
This documentary joins Apple TV+'s expanding nonfiction catalog, available through its $12.99/month subscription service. The platform continues strengthening its sports programming alongside popular originals like "Severance" and "The Morning Show." Subscribers can access the series upon release across Apple's ecosystem including iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV 4K devices, maintaining the service's cross-platform accessibility that has become central to Apple's media strategy.
The Agassi project represents Apple TV+'s continued investment in premium biographical content, following documentaries on figures like Sidney Poitier and Billie Eilish. By pairing a revered filmmaker with a sports legend whose story transcends athletics, Apple positions this series as a potential flagship offering in its competitive streaming portfolio.
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