Netflix’s UNTOLD Returns: Scandals, Shocking Secrets & Fallen Sports Heroes

Netflix’s hit docuseries UNTOLD is back with three explosive new episodes — and they dig deep into the dark side of sports fame. From Brett Favre’s stunning fall from grace to NBA locker room gun drama and the raw meat-eating Liver King’s steroid scandal, this season doesn’t hold back.

Each new episode of this three-part installment drops weekly starting May 6, revealing gripping behind-the-scenes stories that shook the sports world.

What Is UNTOLD?

UNTOLD is Netflix’s boundary-pushing sports docuseries that goes beyond the highlights to reveal the real, raw truth behind some of the biggest names in athletics. It previously covered wild stories like:

• Jake Paul’s boxing rise
• Manti Te’o’s fake girlfriend scandal
• The Malice at the Palace brawl

Now, the series takes on new controversial subjects with The Fall of Favre, Shooting Guards, and The Liver King.

Release Schedule

The three new standalone documentaries will premiere weekly:

• May 6: UNTOLD: Shooting Guards
• May 13: UNTOLD: The Liver King
• May 20: UNTOLD: The Fall of Favre

UNTOLD: The Fall of Favre – Premieres May 20

From MVP Hero to Scandal-Ridden Figure

Once an icon of American football, Brett Favre was a beloved quarterback who won three NFL MVPs, led the Green Bay Packers to a Super Bowl, and earned a spot in the hearts of fans everywhere.

But this new documentary peels back the layers of a much darker story.

What Went Wrong?

Favre’s reputation has been badly damaged by:

• A sexting scandal involving inappropriate messages and images
• Alleged involvement in a massive welfare fraud scheme in Mississippi
• Accusations of misusing government funds meant for families in need

Why This Documentary Hits Hard

Directed by Rebecca Gitlitz, UNTOLD: The Fall of Favre doesn’t shy away from tough questions. Gitlitz says the goal is to explore “how when fame rises, sometimes accountability falls.”

Through interviews with those closest to the situation, the film forces us to ask:

Should success excuse bad behavior?
Who suffers when heroes fall?
Can we ever truly separate talent from wrongdoing?

UNTOLD: Shooting Guards – Premieres May 6

The NBA’s Most Infamous Locker Room Incident

In 2009, former NBA stars Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton stunned the world when a gun standoff erupted in their Washington Wizards locker room.

Now, for the first time, the full story is being told — and it’s more disturbing than most fans realize.

What You’ll See

This episode delivers raw, emotional interviews with:

• Gilbert Arenas
• Javaris Crittenton (whose life took a tragic turn afterward)

They recount:

• What actually triggered the standoff
• How it derailed both their careers
• The long-term fallout and personal toll

Directed by Walter Thompson-Hernández, Shooting Guards gives an unfiltered look at how ego, pressure, and trauma can explode behind closed doors.

UNTOLD: The Liver King – Premieres May 13

Internet Fame, Raw Meat, and a Lie Too Big to Swallow

Meet Brian Johnson, aka The Liver King — a viral sensation who gained millions of followers promoting a shredded physique, primal lifestyle, and a diet of raw organ meats.

But his “natural” image crumbled when it was revealed he was secretly using steroids all along.

What to Expect

This doc dives into:

• The rise of the Liver King brand
• How he built a multi-million dollar business
• The fallout after leaked emails exposed his performance-enhancing drug use

Interviews with his family, business partners, and the man himself show a stunning fall from grace in the age of influencer culture.

Directed by Joe Pearlman, this episode asks how far people will go for fame — and what happens when the truth comes out.

Why This Season of UNTOLD Matters

Each story in this new batch of UNTOLD shows how easily the line between hero and villain can blur. Whether it’s a sports legend, a rising star, or a social media influencer, these films show how ego, fame, and pressure can lead to devastating consequences.

Executive producers across the series include industry powerhouses like:

• Ben Silverman
• Howard Owens
• Chapman and Maclain Way
• Gabe Turner and others depending on the episode

The documentaries are produced by companies like Time Studios, Front Office Sports, and Candle True Stories, ensuring high-quality storytelling.

UNTOLD continues to prove why it’s one of the most important sports docuseries on TV. These stories aren’t just about games — they’re about the people behind the jerseys, the fame, and the Instagram followers.

Whether you're a diehard sports fan or just love jaw-dropping documentaries, these episodes will have you hooked from the first scene.