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Pelé

7.320211h 48mPG-13MovieDocumentary

Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Mixing rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, this documentary celebrates the legendary Brazilian footballer who personified football as art.

DirectorsDavid Tryhorn·Ben Nicholas
ProducersJon Owen·Jonathan Rogers

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Tryhorn

PPelé
Pelé
Self
ZZagallo
Zagallo
Self
GGGilberto Gil
Gilberto Gil
Self
BSBenedita da Silva
Benedita da Silva
Self
FCFernando Henrique Cardoso
Fernando Henrique Cardoso
Self
A
Amarildo
Self
RRivelino
Rivelino
Self
RKRobert F. Kennedy
Robert F. Kennedy
Self (archive Photos)
MAMuhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali
Self (archive Footage)

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1989 · 7.9
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1981 · 6.9
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2016 · 7.3
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1985 · 9.0
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1965 · 8.5
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2014
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1987 · 4.4
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Pelé — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pelé?

Pelé is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States.

Is Pelé on Netflix?

Yes — Pelé is available on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Pelé on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Pelé isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch Pelé for free?

Pelé is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Pelé based on a true story?

Yes — Pelé is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).