Netflix Releases Documentary on Steve McNair

Netflix's latest installment in the 'Untold' series, titled 'The Murder of Air McNair,' explores the tragic life and death of NFL quarterback Steve McNair. Known for his remarkable NFL career, McNair was found dead alongside his girlfriend, Sahel 'Jenni' Kazemi, in a murder-suicide that shocked the sports world. Directed by Rodney Lucas and Taylor Alexander Ward, the documentary features extensive crime scene footage and personal anecdotes from friends and former teammates, presenting a nuanced portrayal of McNair's legacy overshadowed by his untimely death. The film also delves into the circumstances surrounding the murder, including the tumultuous relationship between McNair and Kazemi, which ended violently on July 4, 2009. As it intertwines McNair's sports achievements with the grim realities of his death, the documentary aims to humanize a figure often reduced to the tragedy of his ending. 'The Murder of Air McNair' premieres on Netflix on August 20, 2024.