In a celebration of greatness and grit, Netflix has officially released “The Underdog,” a powerful new documentary chronicling the life, career, and lasting legacy of Philadelphia Phillies icon Mike Schmidt, widely regarded as one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history.
The documentary, which dropped early this morning, dives deep into Schmidt’s Hall of Fame journey — from his early struggles to his legendary run with the Phillies that defined an era. Through rare footage, personal interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories never told before, The Underdog paints an intimate portrait of a player whose humility off the field was matched only by his dominance on it.
Directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Alex Rosenfeld, the feature-length documentary is already generating buzz among baseball fans and critics alike. With commentary from former teammates, opponents, sports journalists, and Schmidt himself, it captures the heart of a player who became a cornerstone of Philadelphia sports history.
“I never saw myself as the most naturally gifted,” Schmidt says in one clip. “I just knew that if I outworked everyone, if I kept showing up, the results would come.”
Mike Schmidt’s career is the stuff of legend: 548 home runs, 10 Gold Gloves, 3 MVP Awards, and a 1980 World Series championship — all while playing his entire 18-year career in a Phillies uniform. Yet, The Underdog focuses not only on his on-field accolades, but also the personal battles, criticism, and expectations he endured as the face of a franchise in a passionate sports city.
Fans can expect emotional moments, untold stories from the clubhouse, and a deeper look at Schmidt’s quiet leadership and fierce competitiveness — qualities that made him not just a baseball hero, but a Philadelphia icon.
With “The Underdog,” Netflix delivers more than a documentary — it delivers a tribute to one of baseball’s true warriors.
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