Cristiano Ronaldo’s First TV Series ‘Day 1s’ Ordered by Paramount+
Paramount+ has ordered 'Day 1s,' a 10-part football comedy from Cristiano Ronaldo and director Matthew Vaughn's UR-MARV Studios, with Damian Lewis set to star and executive produce.
Paramount+ has ordered “Day 1s,” a 10-part comedy set in the world of Premier League football, from the production company founded by Cristiano Ronaldo and director Matthew Vaughn. Actor Damian Lewis is set to star in the series and serve as an executive producer.
Ronaldo announced Wednesday on Instagram that production on the series had started, writing: “Exciting news! Production of my first TV show, Day 1s, has just started. More to come!”
The series follows a gifted young footballer who signs for Brentford FC and brings the friends who stood by him long before the money and fame into his new life at the top of English football. The comedy will follow what happens when their world is turned upside down, according to the announcement.
Vaughn, whose directing credits include “Kick-Ass,” “X-Men: First Class” and “Kingsman: The Secret Service,” has already directed the pilot episode. Dan Mazer, known for “Borat” and “I Give It a Year,” will serve as showrunner.
Henry joins as executive producer
Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry is also joining the production as an executive producer. “It’s also a welcome change to finally be on the same team as Cristiano after so many battles on the pitch,” Henry said.
Ronaldo said: “I’ve spent my entire life in football, and I know that some of the most powerful stories happen away from the pitch. Football is about dreams, ambition, loyalty, sacrifice and the people who believe in you from day one.”
Lewis said: “‘Day 1s’ is a show about friendship and football. I’m excited to be in the starting line-up. Can’t wait for kick-off.”
The series comes from UR-MARV Studios, the joint venture founded by Ronaldo and Vaughn, with Darren Dein’s DoubleD Sports and Archery Pictures. The executive producing team also includes Doug Ellin, Mazer and Kris Thykier.
A premiere date has not been announced. The project arrives a week after Ronaldo retired from international soccer with Portugal on Nov. 5, ending a 23-year run with the national team.
Reporting based on coverage by USA Today and Geektown.
