Moonlight and Midsommar studio A24 is creating a series about Liverpool FC icon Bill Shankly, exploring his impact on the club and city.
- The docuseries will depict Liverpool FC’s transformation under Shankly, from a struggling team to an internationally renowned club.
- Liverpool’s 1960s and 70s music scene will provide the backdrop to Shankly’s journey, highlighting the city’s cultural landscape during his tenure.
- Box To Box, known for producing popular sports content, will partner with A24, ensuring a captivating portrayal of Liverpool FC’s history.
- Shankly’s granddaughter, Karen Gill, and writer Jack Thorne are integral to the project, ensuring historical accuracy and narrative depth.
A24, the studio behind acclaimed films, is venturing into sports with a new docuseries focused on Bill Shankly, a defining figure in Liverpool FC’s history. The series aims to capture Shankly’s influential period, where the club evolved from modest beginnings into a global sports powerhouse.
The journey of Liverpool FC under Shankly’s management will be set against the vibrant music scene of the 1960s and 70s, reflecting the cultural dynamism of Liverpool during this era. This context emphasizes the close relationship between the club and its city, as both navigated times of change and growth.
The project is a collaboration with Box To Box, a studio recognized for its expertise in sports documentaries, including the notable ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’. This partnership guarantees a comprehensive and engaging storytelling approach, promising to deliver a nuanced look at the club’s history.
Karen Gill, Shankly’s granddaughter, contributes to the project by ensuring the series remains accurate to historical events and Shankly’s legacy. In her words, the series is envisioned as a tribute to ‘my grandad’s time at LFC,’ and ‘a must-watch for all Liverpool fans’.
Acclaimed playwright Jack Thorne takes on the writing role, bringing his storytelling expertise to ensure both the club and city’s narratives are authentically represented. Thorne emphasizes the importance of depicting the interconnectedness of Liverpool FC and its city, acknowledging the socio-economic challenges of the times.
This docuseries promises to be an insightful exploration of Bill Shankly’s enduring legacy at Liverpool FC.
