Football fans in India have another must-watch documentary to look forward to as Lionsgate Play brings A Beautiful Obsession, a four-part documentary series chronicling Pep Guardiola’s final chapter at Manchester City. Directed by Academy Award and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald, the highly anticipated docuseries will premiere exclusively on Lionsgate Play in India on 21 August 2026.
Offering unprecedented behind-the-scenes access, the series captures Guardiola’s emotional farewell to Manchester City while documenting one of the club’s most challenging yet rewarding periods.
Series Highlights
| ⚽ Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 🎬 Title | A Beautiful Obsession |
| 📺 Platform | Lionsgate Play |
| 📅 India Premiere | 21 August 2026 |
| 🎞️ Format | Four-Part Docuseries |
| 🎥 Director | Kevin Macdonald |
| 🏟️ Subject | Pep Guardiola’s Final Chapter at Manchester City |
| 🎬 Producers | Plan B, KM Films, Workerbee, City Studios |
An Unprecedented Look Inside Manchester City
A Beautiful Obsession provides rare access to the inner workings of Manchester City, taking viewers beyond matchday and into dressing rooms, training sessions, and executive meetings.
The trailer showcases never-before-seen footage, offering an honest portrayal of the club during a difficult 2024/25 season, followed by its remarkable resurgence that culminates in winning a domestic double the following year.
Rather than focusing only on victories, the documentary explores the challenges faced by Guardiola, his coaching staff, and the players as they navigated one of the most demanding periods in the club’s recent history.
Pep Guardiola’s Emotional Farewell
The four-part series follows Guardiola across his final two seasons with Manchester City, capturing both the professional and emotional aspects of his farewell.
Viewers will witness:
- ⚽ The struggles during the 2024/25 campaign
- 🏆 The battle to secure Champions League qualification
- 🔄 A major squad rebuild
- ⭐ Established stars moving on and new signings adapting
- 🎯 Guardiola preparing the next generation of the squad
- 🏅 The club’s successful 2025/26 season
- 🏆 The FA Cup Final
- ⚔️ A defining clash with Arsenal
- 👋 Guardiola’s farewell after transforming Manchester City into one of Europe’s most successful clubs
The documentary presents both triumph and disappointment, highlighting the pressure of maintaining success at the highest level of English football.
Directed by Kevin Macdonald
The series is helmed by Kevin Macdonald, the acclaimed filmmaker known for his Academy Award and BAFTA-winning work.
Joining him behind the camera are:
- 🎬 John De Caux (City Studios)
- 🎥 Kevin Macdonald (Plan B)
- 🎥 Workerbee (part of Banijay UK)
- 🎬 Gavin Johnson
- 🎬 Ged Doherty
Together, the production team delivers an intimate portrait of one of football’s greatest managers during the closing chapter of his Manchester City journey.
Why Football Fans Should Watch
A Beautiful Obsession goes beyond traditional sports documentaries by offering genuine access to the decisions, emotions, and challenges behind one of modern football’s most successful clubs.
From tactical discussions and dressing-room conversations to transfer planning and the pressure of competing for major trophies, the series provides a rare look at elite football management.
For Manchester City supporters, Pep Guardiola fans, and football enthusiasts alike, it promises to be one of the most comprehensive documentaries ever produced about the legendary coach’s time at the club.
Streaming Date in India
All four episodes of A Beautiful Obsession will begin streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play in India from 21 August 2026.
With exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, emotional storytelling, and unprecedented access, the docuseries marks the end of an unforgettable era for Manchester City and one of football’s greatest managers.
