Trace the extraordinary journey of football prodigy Nicklas, as he rises to a premier club at 16 but grapples with personal demons that shadow his career. With unprecedented access, witness his highs and lows.
A gripping three-part series that delves into the life of one of Denmark's most controversial football players. The story follows Nicklas Bendtner, a talented boy from Copenhagen whose meteoric rise to fame is overshadowed by personal struggles, betrayal, and the dangers of living in the fast lane. With unprecedented access to Nicklas, his family, managers, and teammates, the series offers an intimate look at the defining moments of his life. The narrative shifts between Nicklas' final years in football (2019-2022) and flashbacks to key events from his career and personal life (1988-2018), providing an in-depth exploration of his character.
Directed by Andreas Koefoed, and created in collaboration with Rune Skyum-Nielsen, author of Bendtner's biography.
