Series synopsis
FC Bayern - Behind the Legend is a German documentary television series that premiered on Prime Video on November 2, 2021. It ended on November 2, 2021. It stars Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Oliver Kahn, Uli Hoeneß and Herbert Hainer.
For the first time in their history, FC Bayern Munich gives us unfettered access to the locker room and behind the scenes at this top club. The 6-part documentary covers the turbulent season after their Champions League triumph in Lisbon, celebrates the legendary victories from the past, and links momentous events in Bayern's history to the current team.
Premise
For the first time in their history, FC Bayern Munich gives us unfettered access to the locker room and behind the scenes at this top club. The 6-part documentary covers the turbulent season after their Champions League triumph in Lisbon, celebrates the legendary victories from the past, and links momentous events in Bayern's history to the current team.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Karl-Heinz Rummenigge as Self - CEO 2002-2021
- Oliver Kahn as Self - CEO
- Uli Hoeneß as Self
- Herbert Hainer as Self - President
- Hasan Salihamidzic as Self
- Hansi Flick as Self - Head Coach
- Kathleen Krüger as Self - Head of Team Management
- Kingsley Coman as Self
Supporting cast
- Robert Lewandowski as Self
- Serge Gnabry as Self
- Thomas Müller as Self
- Franck Ribéry as Self
- Leroy Sané as Self
- Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting as Self
- David Alaba as Self
- Manuel Neuer as Self
- Joshua Kimmich as Self
- Jérôme Boateng as Self
- Leon Goretzka as Self
- Niklas Süle as Self
Guest cast
- Thomas Tuchel as Self - Head Coach Paris Saint-Germain
- Roland Schmidt as Self - Team Doctor Internist, Cardiology
- Jürgen Klopp as Self - Head Coach FC Liverpool
- Pep Guardiola as Self - Head Coach 2013-2016
- Lothar Matthäus as Self - Player 1984-88 / 1992-2000 & Most-capped player
- Thiago Alcantara as Self - Player 2013-2020
- Bastian Schweinsteiger as Self - Player 2002-2015
- Franz Beckenbauer as Self - Honorary President
- Jupp Heynckes as Self - Head Coach 1987-91 / 2009 / 2011-13 / 2017-18
- Joachim Löw as Self - Head Coach National Team 2006-2021
- Marko Pesic as Self - Manager FC Bayern Basketball
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 2, 2021 | November 2, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
EPISODE 1 What is FC Bayern? The first episode of ‘FC Bayern - Behind the Legend' begins to answer this big question. The team led by head coach Hansi Flick is about to play the most successful season in the club's history. The series follows the team unfiltered and up close. At the same time the management of this extraordinary club, packed with legendary players, is facing major changes. |
November 2, 2021 |
| 2 |
EPISODE 2 The second episode of ‘FC Bayern - Behind the Legend' looks to the future. Which vision should the club follow? After their success in Doha, the team is faced with the harsh reality of everyday life in the Bundesliga. Difficult changes in the team structure are coming.With his project AHEAD, Oliver Kahn shows perspectives for the future.Personal portraits shed light onto the club's inner workings. |
November 2, 2021 |
| 3 |
EPISODE 3 The third episode of the Amazon original ‘FC Bayern - Behind the Legend' focuses on the club asserting itself as a global brand. We accompany Robert Lewandowski to the award ceremony as he is named The Best FIFA Men's Player in 2020. We also learn how the club has become a heavyweight in European soccer over the years. With the upcoming game against RB Leipzig the team is facing a tough challenge. |
November 2, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 2, 2021 |
| Last aired | November 2, 2021 |
| Status | ended |