If you’re a fan of the intense, behind-the-scenes storytelling of Drive to Survive, there are plenty of other compelling sports documentaries to dive into. Box to Box Films, the production company behind the popular Formula 1 docuseries, has expanded its expertise to other sports, bringing the same drama, emotion, and exclusive access to new arenas.
Here are some must-watch series that capture the thrill of competition and the personal journeys of top athletes.
1. Break Point – A Deep Dive into the Tennis World
Tennis fans will love Break Point, which takes an in-depth look at the lives of elite players on the ATP and WTA tours. The series offers an inside perspective on the pressure, rivalries, and mental toughness required to succeed in one of the most physically demanding sports. Much like Drive to Survive, Break Point provides never-before-seen access to the highs and lows of professional athletes as they navigate grand slams, personal challenges, and career-defining moments.
2. Six Nations: Full Contact – The Grit of Rugby’s Fiercest Competition
In Six Nations: Full Contact, rugby fans are treated to the unabashed intensity of the 2023 Six Nations Cup. This docuseries immerses the viewer into the core of some of rugby's grandest tournaments, illuminating the excruciating physicality and warring tactics that characterize the game. Locker rooms and training sessions reveal the dedication and resilience needed to compete at the highest level.
3. Tour de France: Unchained – A Thrilling Ride Through Cycling’s Toughest Race
If endurance sports pique your interest, Tour de France: Unchained represents an utter onslaught of the earth's most famous cycling race. The series provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the teams, their strategies, and an unremitting pursuit of triumph throughout the excruciating multi-stage event. Just like the ride to survive; it goes into personal rivalries, the unforeseen twists, and the iron will needed to conquer the Tour.
4. Sprint – A Celebration of Speed and Power
If it's the whole essence of speed that draws you towards Drive to Survive, Sprint is an absolute must-watch. The series follows some of the fastest athletes in the world, from track and field stars to other high-speed competitors. It delves into the physical and psychological aspects of sprinting, allowing a unique insight into what it takes to push the human body to the absolute limit.
5. Full Swing – The Drama of Professional Golf
Golf may seem leisurely compared to F1, but Full Swing begs to differ. The series takes viewers into the combat zone of professional golf, following the top players as they go through the meccas of tournament golf and the pressures that arise along with it. Like Drive to Survive, it bridges into personal narratives, rivalry, and the often impossible pursuit of greatness.
