Pelé (2021)
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Pelé is streaming in Brazil on Netflix.
What the audience says
Pelé is a solid, watchable Portuguese film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It holds a 7.3/10 on TMDB from 218 ratings, well above what most films manage. It runs a manageable 108 minutes. In Brazil you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 1h 48m on it?
1h 48m of Portuguese documentary. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 7.3/10 from 218 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not be taught something tonight
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 48m |
| Watch with family? | 10 · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
David Tryhorn
Cast
Where to watch in Brazil
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 15 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: Everything new on Netflix · All Netflix titles in Brazil
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