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Brazilian biographical drama series Senna is based on the life of famed racing driver Ayrton Senna. The show emerged as one of the most expensive TV series in Brazil, produced with a budget of $170 million, according to Variety. Gabriel Leone plays the titular character, Senna, and the show intersects his personal life with the world of racing.
The show covers the racer's beginner days and his unfortunate death at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. The six-episode miniseries features Senna's relationships with his loved ones, famous rivalries, and the sensationalist racing media.
For viewers who enjoyed Senna, here are seven other racing-related shows and movies to watch.
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McLaren, Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story, and other racing documentaries to watch if you liked Senna
1) Formula 1: Drive to Survive
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Formula 1: Drive to Survive is a documentary produced in a collaboration between Netflix and Formula One. The series offers viewers an exclusive look into what goes on behind the scenes as the racers get ready for the Formula One World Championship.
The show has non-stop action, hair-raising speeding cars, and thrilling visuals. Those who liked Senna and the fans of the sport Formula 1: Drive to Survive offers a six-season-long enjoyable watch focused on racing.
Where to watch: Netflix
2) McLaren
Directed by Roger Donaldson, McLaren is a New Zealand sports documentary movie. It is based on the life of famous motorcar racer Bruce McLaren, played by Dwayne Cameron, and how he created the Bruce McLaren Motor Racing team.
The movie uses various sources, like interviews, recreations, and archival footage, to provide a glimpse into the life of the sportsman. Fans of McLaren should not miss this. Similar to Senna, McLaren tells the life of a famous sportsman, making it a worthy watch.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
3) Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story
Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story is a four-part documentary series narrated by Keanu Reeves. The show tells the story of Brawn GP, one of the most popular underdog teams in Formula 1. It is a thrilling dive into how Ross Brawn changed the fate of his team by winning the World Championship despite hurdles.
Each of the four episodes looks at the various struggles Brawn had to go through, including an underfunded team, tension with other teams, and the final win in the championship. Connoisseurs of F1 history should watch this one after watching Senna.
Where to watch: Disney Plus
4) NASCAR: Full Speed
NASCAR: Full Speed is another documentary series that is a collaboration between Netflix and NASCAR. The show offers viewers an exclusive look into the preparation that takes place as drivers and races get ready at the NASCAR Cup Series.
The show has only been on for one season and has just five episodes, covering the regular season finale and the playoffs of the NASCAR Cup Series.
Where to watch: Netflix
5) Schumacher
The German sports documentary Schumacher is about the life and career of Michael Schumacher. Directed by Hanns-Bruno Kammertöns, Vanessa Nöcker, and Michael Wech, the series was released on 15 September 2021 on the 30th career anniversary of the sportsman.
The film covers Schumacher's Formula One career and is interspersed with interviews from his family and friends that offer fans and viewers a look into Michael's personal life.
Where to watch: Netflix
6) A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story
Another sports documentary that focuses on a legendary racer like Senna is A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story. It tells the story of Juan Manuel Fangio, the five-time Formula One world champion. The documentary stars Fernando Alonso and is directed by Francisco Macri.
The premise is about how Juan won five racing championships in the 1950s while driving for multiple carmakers in the F1 championships. The highlight is that he did all this before safety features and protective gear were introduced. Fans of racing should watch as it revolves around a prominent racing figure similar to Senna.
Where to watch: Netflix
7) Weekend of a Champion - Amazon Prime Video
Weekend of a Champion is a British documentary film released in 1972. The film is about the famous British Formula One racer Jackie Stewart, who wanted to compete in the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix. It is directed by Roman Polanski, who is Jackie's friend.
Interestingly, the movie was released for a limited time in theatres, and after that, it remained unscreened for nearly 40 years. Polanski later decided to restore the film and added an epilogue of the two friends chatting about racing safety, friendship, and more. This one is for the history buffs.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Viewers can stream Senna exclusively on Netflix.
