Take Us Home: Leeds United
Take Us Home: Leeds United

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Take Us Home: Leeds United

2020
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
English

English football's famous 'fallen giant' Leeds United is at the start of a journey: to win promotion back to the Premier League. New owner Andrea Radrizzani has recruited a world-class head coach, Marcelo Bielsa, to lead the team back to the promised land. This will be one of the most dramatic seasons in the club's history as fans, players and a city start to dream of a return to the top flight.

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IMDb7.7/10
Director: Alex"Pez" TaylorGenres: Documentary, Sport

Plot Summary

This docuseries chronicles Leeds United's challenging 2018-2019 season, culminating in their promotion back to the Premier League. It offers an intimate look at the club's inner workings, featuring behind-the-scenes access to players, staff, and management. The series captures the intense pressure, emotional highs and lows, and unwavering dedication required to navigate the Championship and achieve a long-awaited return to top-flight football.

Critical Reception

Take Us Home: Leeds United was generally well-received by critics and fans alike, praised for its unfiltered access and compelling narrative. It resonated particularly with Leeds United supporters, offering a deep dive into a pivotal season. The series successfully captured the drama and emotion of the club's promotion push, making it a must-watch for fans.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to a football club during a crucial season.

  • Captures the raw emotion and intensity of a promotion battle.

  • A must-watch for Leeds United fans, providing an intimate look at their journey.

Google audience: Audience reviews on platforms like Google highlight the documentary's authentic portrayal of the club's struggles and ultimate triumph. Viewers frequently commend the access granted to Marcelo Bielsa's inner circle and the emotional impact of the season's narrative.

Fun Fact

The series was filmed before the full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing for a more traditional, in-stadium and training ground experience throughout the documented season.

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