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Earnhardt (series) 2025
Earnhardt is an American sports television documentary miniseries that examines the life and career of Dale Earnhardt from his debut season in 1979 through his death in 2001. The four-part series was released on May 22, 2025, by Amazon Prime Video, with the first two episodes dropping on that day and the final two on May 29. Produced by Imagine Entertainment in collaboration with NASCAR Studios and Dirty Mo Media, the miniseries was directed by Joshua Altman.
The documentary uses archival footage of Earnhardt along with interviews from his children, colleagues, rivals, and close friends. It traces his journey to the top of NASCAR, including his seven Cup Series championships, while also delving into personal challenges and family dynamics he faced throughout his life. The series explores both his public persona and private struggles, offering a more nuanced portrait than typical celebratory retrospectives.
Critics responded positively to the production’s emotional depth and storytelling quality. They noted how it portrayed Earnhardt beyond his racing achievements, revealing the toll his career took on him personally. The miniseries does not shy away from depicting conflicts within his family or the difficulties of living under the spotlight of a legendary figure in motorsports.
The miniseries was made for Amazon Prime Video and is classified as a sports documentary series from the United States. It features English language content and includes four episodes.
Cast
- Dale Earnhardthimself
- Dale Earnhardt Jr.himself
- Kelley Earnhardt Millerherself
- Cathy Earnhardt Watkinsherself
- Richard Childresshimself
- Darrell Waltriphimself
- Hank Parkerhimself
- Kyle Pettyhimself
- Doug Richerthimself
- David Allenhimself
Crew
- Director
- Joshua Altman
- Executive producer
- Ron Howard
- Cinematography
- Michael Latham
Details
- Production
- Dirty Mo Media, Everyone Else, Imagine Entertainment, NASCAR Studios
- Network
- Amazon Prime Video
