NETFLIX BOMBSHELL: Streaming Giant Sets Release Date for Long-Awaited Documentary “One for the Ages: The Ed Orgeron Story” — LSU Football Fans and College Sports Nation Rejoice
In an announcement that sent a jolt of electricity through the world of college football and documentary lovers alike, Netflix has officially revealed the release date for one of its most anticipated sports productions of the year:
“One for the Ages: The Ed Orgeron Story”, a powerful deep-dive into the life, career, and legacy of former LSU Tigers head coach Ed Orgeron. The documentary is set to premiere globally on Friday, August 23, 2025, and promises to deliver raw emotion, unfiltered access, and Cajun charisma like never before captured on film.
This isn’t just another sports documentary—it’s a celebration of one of the most passionate, polarizing, and unforgettable figures in college football history.
🎬 Behind the Scenes: Netflix Goes Deep
Produced by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ezra Edelman (O.J.: Made in America), the documentary combines exclusive interviews, never-before-seen locker room footage, sideline mic’d-up moments, and Orgeron’s personal reflections. Edelman, who spent more than two years embedded with Coach O and his inner circle, describes the film as:
“A gritty, honest portrait of a man who defied expectations, silenced critics, and inspired a generation of players to believe in something bigger than football.”
The film traces Orgeron’s journey from his humble beginnings in Larose, Louisiana, to his turbulent early coaching days, through personal struggles, and ultimately to the pinnacle of his profession when he led the LSU Tigers to a historic 15-0 national championship season in 2019.
🏈 Grit, Glory, and Gameday Grit
“One for the Ages” delves into what made Ed Orgeron both a folk hero and a football mastermind. His gravelly voice, motivational speeches, and relentless drive became the stuff of legend. But the documentary also explores the lesser-known chapters of his life—the failures, the losses, and the times he nearly gave up.
Key moments covered in the film include:
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His painful firing from Ole Miss and the journey to redemption
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The emotional homecoming as LSU’s interim coach and eventual full-time hire in 2016
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Behind-the-scenes footage from the 2019 season featuring Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and Derek Stingley Jr.
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Orgeron’s fierce commitment to Louisiana players and the rebuilding of the LSU program culture
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His often misunderstood public persona and media controversies
Orgeron himself narrates parts of the documentary
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