Michael Owen, the former professional footballer renowned for winning the Ballon d’Or and scoring over 100 goals for Liverpool as well as 40 for England, is the focus of a new six-part documentary series available on Prime Video. The series offers an intimate look at Owen’s life beyond the football pitch, centering on his family and their extensive involvement in the horse racing industry.

The docuseries follows Owen, his wife Louise, and their four children as they navigate the challenges and successes of running a multimillion-pound horse racing business. A key storyline highlights their eldest daughter, Gemma, who is pursuing a career in horse racing and aims to compete at the prestigious Glorious Goodwood event.

In the opening episodes, Owen candidly acknowledges public perceptions of his personality, addressing his reputation as somewhat reserved or uncharismatic, a contrast to the public roles he has taken on since retiring from professional football, including work as a pundit and in property promotion.

Overall, the series aims to provide viewers with a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the Owens’ family dynamics and business interests, portraying the intersection of sporting legacy and entrepreneurial ventures.