Netflix Releases 'A Queen's Runway' Miss Universe Philippines Documentary

The documentary 'A Queen’s Runway' is now streaming on Netflix, offering an in-depth look at the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 competition. Directed by 23-year-old Tom Sys, the film captures the rigorous preparations and personal journeys of contestants over three and a half months, revealing the hard work, self-doubt, and resilience behind the glamour of beauty pageants. It features exclusive interviews with contestants, including Chelsea Manalo, who won the title and represented the Philippines at Miss Universe 2024. The documentary aims to redefine perceptions of beauty pageants, highlighting the empowerment and personal growth contestants experience beyond just winning crowns. Sys emphasizes that the film showcases pageantry as an art form requiring dedication and heart, challenging the superficial views often associated with beauty competitions. The documentary will be available on Netflix for four years, with additional Pay-Per-View options for Filipino viewers on iWantTFC.