Receiver
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Season 1:
Ended on July 10, 2024 -
Watched: 0%
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"An analytical retrospective on how Receiver redefined the NFL’s media presence and humanized the league's biggest stars."
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jul 10, 2024 | Great Expectations: Part 1 | |
| E2 | Jul 10, 2024 | Great Expectations: Part 2 | |
| E3 | Jul 10, 2024 | Moving Target | |
| E4 | Jul 10, 2024 | Give Me the Damn Ball | |
| E5 | Jul 10, 2024 | Long Road Back | |
| E6 | Jul 10, 2024 | Win or Go Home | |
| E7 | Jul 10, 2024 | Don't Have a Choice | |
| E8 | Jul 10, 2024 | Leaving Las Vegas |
Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type: Limited Docuseries
Receiver is a standalone docuseries that concluded its 8-episode run in July 2024. Following the successful blueprint established by its predecessor, Quarterback, this production utilized a massive logistical framework to capture the personal and professional lives of five elite NFL pass-catchers throughout the 2023 season. The project represents a significant collaboration between NFL Films, Omaha Productions, and 2PM Productions, requiring hundreds of hours of raw footage to be distilled into a cohesive narrative.
This story was designed with a definitive conclusion because it tracks the specific chronological journey of the featured athletes across a single competitive year. Unlike traditional scripted television, the narrative arc is dictated by the actual events of the NFL schedule, culminating in the post-season and the personal resolutions of each player's campaign. By focusing on a closed loop of time, the production provides a complete retrospective look at the physical and mental toll of the position without the need for ongoing plot development.
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Technical Details
- Network: Netflix
- Seasons: 1
- Years: 2024 - 2024
- Genre: Documentary, Sport
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