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Cristiano Ronaldo is expanding his ventures beyond football, announcing that production has officially begun on his first television series, Day Ones.
The 41-year-old Portuguese football star has teamed up with British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn to develop the football-themed drama through their joint venture, UR-Marv Studios.
Ronaldo will appear as himself in the series and also serve as an executive producer. French football legend Thierry Henry and British actor Damian Lewis are also part of the cast.
Announcing the development on Instagram, where he has 681 million followers, Ronaldo wrote: “Exciting news! Production has just started on my first TV show, Day Ones. More surprises coming soon!”
He also shared several photographs, including one featuring Damian Lewis and British rapper Dave, who is also among the cast members.
According to Portuguese newspaper A Bola, the series has been commissioned by Paramount+, making it one of the streaming platform’s major early projects following its merger with Skydance.
Entertainment publication Deadline reported that the 10-episode drama follows a talented footballer who fulfils his dream of playing for English Premier League club Brentford. The story centres on his loyalty to longtime friends who supported him long before he achieved fame, wealth and success.
The concept was developed by producer Darren Dean. Vaughn will direct the opening episode, while BAFTA-winning filmmaker Dan Mazer, known for Borat, will serve as production director.
Vaughn, known for directing the Kingsman franchise, Stardust and Layer Cake, praised his partnership with Ronaldo, describing the series as an ideal project to launch their new venture.
Ronaldo said football had been his entire life, but he believed there were remarkable stories beyond the pitch.
He added that he was proud to present a different side of the sport as a producer and hoped the story would appeal to audiences beyond football fans.
The Al-Nassr forward also said working with his friend and business partner Vaughn, alongside Henry, made the project particularly special.