Full Swing is a television documentary series produced in a collaboration between Netflix and PGA Tour to give a behind-the-scenes look at the players and tournaments of the PGA Tour.[1][2] In March 2023, Netflix renewed the series for a second season.[3] A crossover event with Formula 1: Drive to Survive broadcast in November 2023 called The Netflix Cup.
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| Genre | Docudrama |
| Composer | H. Scott Salinas |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 16 |
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| Running time | 40–49 minutes |
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| Network | Netflix |
| Release | February 15, 2023 – present |
Cast
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editSeason 1 (2023)
edit| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Original release date | |
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| 1 | 1 | "Frenemies" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Childhood best friends Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas become fierce rivals as they battle to win on the PGA Tour. | ||||
| 2 | 2 | "Win or Go Home" | February 15, 2023 | |
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With his career in a frustrating slump, Brooks Koepka hopes to reclaim his place as one of the top golfers at the Masters. | ||||
| 3 | 3 | "Money or Legacy" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Ian Poulter debates whether a lucrative LIV Golf contract is worth giving up his PGA Tour card — and facing the public scrutiny of his decision. | ||||
| 4 | 4 | "Imposter Syndrome" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Ahead of the U.S. Open, fun-loving and self-deprecating Joel Dahmen must embrace growing responsibilities if he wants a place as a top professional golfer. | ||||
| 5 | 5 | "American Dreams" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Tensions between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf reach new heights as Matt Fitzpatrick and Dustin Johnson face off at the U.S. Open. | ||||
| 6 | 6 | "Don't Get Bitter, Get Better" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Tony Finau and Collin Morikawa take different approaches to the game heading into The Masters Tournament and the Open Championship. | ||||
| 7 | 7 | "Golf is Hard" | February 15, 2023 | |
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Rookies Sahith Theegala and Mito Pereira are both looking for their first win on The PGA Tour, but must learn the hard way that winning isn’t easy. | ||||
| 8 | 8 | "Everything Has Led to This" | February 15, 2023 | |
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As the season winds down, Rory McIlroy faces Cam Smith at the Open Championship, while fighting for change within the PGA Tour. | ||||
Season 2 (2024)
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| 9 | 1 | "The Game Has Changed Part 1" | March 6, 2024 | |
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The PGA Tour finds a new rival in LIV Golf as both sides meet at the Masters Tournament. Rory McIlroy tries to play his best while taking on a new role. | ||||
| 10 | 2 | "The Game Has Changed Part 2" | March 6, 2024 | |
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A mind-blowing merger shocks the golf world. At the US Open, Dustin Johnson reunites with PGA Tour players and Rickie Fowler attempts a comeback. | ||||
| 11 | 3 | "Mind Game" | March 6, 2024 | |
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Newfound fame and fatherhood begin to impact Joel Dahmen’s game and personal life. Wyndham Clark gets help to cope with the pressures of pro golf. | ||||
| 12 | 4 | "Mind Game" | March 6, 2024 | |
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After a stellar performance at the Presidents Cup, 20-year-old golfer Tom Kim's star continues to rise — but can he meet expectations on a major stage? | ||||
| 13 | 5 | "In the Shadows" | March 6, 2024 | |
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As his older brother Matt rides the wave of success after winning the US Open, Alex Fitzpatrick looks to blaze his own path to golf glory. | ||||
| 14 | 6 | "Pick Six" | March 6, 2024 | |
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US captain Zach Johnson makes his selections for the Ryder Cup team, while Justin Thomas worries he may not make it to Rome after a tumultuous year. | ||||
| 15 | 7 | "All Roads Lead to Rome Part 1" | March 6, 2024 | |
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The US team is ready to dominate in the Ryder Cup once more, but European captain Luke Donald is determined to lead his team to victory in Rome. | ||||
| 16 | 8 | "All Roads Lead to Rome Part 2" | March 6, 2024 | |
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The Ryder Cup gets off to a shaky start for Team USA. Tensions run high after an incident on the 18th green. The epic battle comes to an emotional end. | ||||
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Goldbart, Max (January 12, 2022). "Netflix Greenlights PGA Tour Golf Doc From 'Formula 1: Drive To Survive' Producer". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on February 15, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (January 11, 2023). "Netflix Announces PGA Tour Docu-Series 'Full Swing' Premiere Date, Releases Trailer". Variety. Archived from the original on February 15, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ White, Peter (March 7, 2023). "'Full Swing' & 'Break Point' Sports Docuseries Renewed For Season 2 At Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 7, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n Ryan, Nick (February 6, 2023). "These Are the Top Golfers Putting It All Out There in 'Full Swing'". Tudum. Archived from the original on February 15, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
External links
edit- Full Swing on Netflix
- Full Swing at IMDb