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Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort Announces Docuseries on Edmonton Oilers' 1980s Dynasty

The five-part series, directed by Emmy winner Austin Andrews, will premiere in winter 2027 as the Oilers pursue their first Stanley Cup since 1990.

Edmonton Oilers' Wayne Gretzky, right, and Mark Messier hold up the Stanley Cup trophy, May 26, 1988 following their 6-3 win over the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Finals in Edmonton. (AP photo/Rusty Kennedy)
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Ryan Reynolds' production house, Maximum Effort, is also behind the sports docuseries Welcome to Wrexham.
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Overview

  • The docuseries, titled 'The Great Ones,' will chronicle the Edmonton Oilers' five Stanley Cup victories between 1983 and 1990.
  • Produced by Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort in collaboration with Score G Productions, Fennessey Films, Super Channel, and OEG Sports & Entertainment.
  • The series will feature new interviews with Hall of Famers Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, and others, alongside rivals, broadcasters, and behind-the-scenes figures.
  • Directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Austin Andrews, the series is set to debut on Super Channel in winter 2027.
  • The announcement coincides with the modern Oilers competing in the 2025 Western Conference final against the Dallas Stars, chasing their first championship in 35 years.