Overview
- Netflix released the official trailer on Thursday, Sept. 17, confirming the four‑part documentary will premiere Oct. 13 and a filmed one‑man special will debut Nov. 3.
- The series is directed by Floyd Russ with multiple named producers and executive producers, and Netflix describes it as an 'unfiltered and deeply personal' portrait of Tyson.
- The trailer foregrounds intimate access and direct testimony as Tyson speaks about confronting his 'dark side,' including the line, 'Addicted to chaos.'
- Netflix says the project will examine Tyson’s rise from a chaotic Brooklyn childhood to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion and will address his jail time, addiction and the Holyfield ear‑biting incident.
- The dual release follows renewed interest after Tyson’s 2024 return to the ring and could reshape his public image while creating new revenue streams through back‑to‑back documentary and comedy programming.