Series synopsis
Sunderland 'Til I Die is an American documentary television series that premiered on Netflix on December 14, 2018. It ended on February 13, 2024. It stars John O'Shea, Aiden McGeady, Martin Bain and Nick Barnes.
This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.
Premise
This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- John O'Shea as Self
- Aiden McGeady as Self
- Martin Bain as Self
- Nick Barnes as Self
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 17 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | December 14, 2018 | December 14, 2018 |
| Season 2 | 6 | April 1, 2020 | April 1, 2020 |
| Season 3 | 3 | February 13, 2024 | February 13, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Blinded By The Light Facing pressure from passionate supporters, Sunderland begin a new season in the second tier of English football following a disappointing relegation. |
December 14, 2018 |
| 2 |
We Can’t Walk Away After a promising start to the season, the roster’s lack of depth is exposed. With money short, the team scrambles for help in the transfer window. |
December 14, 2018 |
| 3 |
Plastic Shoes Frustration mounts among the players and fans as the team falls into the relegation zone, leaving manager Simon Grayson in a precarious position. |
December 14, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Role in the Renaissance New owner Stewart Donald and director Charlie Methven begin the arduous task of bringing the club out of financial ruin while succeeding on the field. |
April 1, 2020 |
| 2 |
The Old-Fashioned Way Stewart’s frustrations with agents mount during the club’s contract negotiations with key players, including young goal-scoring leader Josh Maja. |
April 1, 2020 |
| 3 |
Pride, Passion and Loyalty Amid concerns about the front office culture, Charlie puts an aggressive marketing plan in place to draw the largest crowd in third division history. |
April 1, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Something to Throw Your Hope Into Sunderland languishes in League One after thier final loss in the play-offs as the goalposts for promotion to the EFL Championship keep shifting. |
February 13, 2024 |
| 2 |
Heck of a League to Get Out Of After finishing fifth in League One, the club manages to qualify for the play-offs. The next hurdle is a fierce semi-final against Sheffield Wednesday. |
February 13, 2024 |
| 3 |
Til the Very End Fans and players reflect on the club's glory days. With the final against Wycombe looming, it's time for Sunderland to find out what it's made of. |
February 13, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 14, 2018 |
| Last aired | February 13, 2024 |
| Runtime | 42 minutes |
| Status | ended |