Netflix Set to Premiere Documentary on Texas Longhorns Legends Vince Young and Earl Campbell
April 25, 2025 – Austin, TX — Netflix has officially announced it will premiere a highly anticipated documentary celebrating the lives, careers, and legacies of two Texas Longhorns football legends: Vince Young and Earl Campbell. The project, developed in accordance with the University of Texas athletics department and the players’ families, promises to offer an unprecedented, in-depth look at two of the most iconic figures in college football history.
Titled “Burnt Orange Royalty: The Legends of Vince Young and Earl Campbell,” the documentary will trace the journey of both stars from their humble beginnings to their storied careers at the University of Texas, and beyond into their professional and personal lives.
A Story of Legacy and Brotherhood
According to Netflix’s official release, the documentary will feature exclusive interviews with Young and Campbell themselves, as well as appearances from former teammates, coaches, and famous Texas alumni. Archival footage, behind-the-scenes moments, and never-before-seen personal stories will paint a rich portrait of how these two athletes defined eras for the Longhorns and influenced generations of football players nationwide.
“Vince and Earl represent everything great about Texas football — talent, heart, resilience, and leadership,” said director Jordan Michaels, who is spearheading the project. “This film isn’t just about their on-field heroics; it’s about their spirit and the powerful legacy they’ve left behind.”
In Accordance with the University of Texas
Netflix confirmed that the project has been produced in close collaboration with the University of Texas athletics department, ensuring authenticity and access to key moments and locations critical to the Longhorns’ football history.
Chris Del Conte, UT’s Athletic Director, shared his excitement:
“We are thrilled that Netflix is shining a national spotlight on two of the greatest athletes — and finest men — to ever wear the burnt orange. Their stories deserve to be told the right way, and we believe this documentary will make the entire Longhorn family proud.”
Premiere Details
“Burnt Orange Royalty” is set to debut on September 15, 2025, just days before the Longhorns kick off their SEC schedule, further amplifying the excitement surrounding Texas football this fall. A red carpet premiere event is scheduled to take place in Austin, with Young, Campbell, and a host of UT legends expected to attend.
Netflix teased that special features will include:
- Vince Young’s historic 2006 Rose Bowl performance against USC
- Earl Campbell’s Heisman Trophy-winning season in 1977
- Personal battles and triumphs beyond the game
- Reflections on what it means to be a “Longhorn for life”
A Must-Watch for Football Fans
For fans of college football, sports documentaries, and American legends, “Burnt Orange Royalty” is shaping up to be a must-watch event that captures the heart of the Texas Longhorns legacy and the enduring power of perseverance, loyalty, and greatness.
Stay tuned for the official trailer, expected to be released later this summer.
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