Docuseries Reveals the Edmonton Oilers Dynasty, Brought to You by Ryan Reynolds' Production House

TORONTO — A new docuseries focusing on the Edmonton Oilers' dominance in the NHL during the 1980s is set to be produced by Ryan Reynolds’ company, Maximum Effort.

Producers state that "The Great Ones" will provide an "unprecedented glimpse into the lives and careers" of the Oilers players who contributed to the team's five Stanley Cup victories from 1984 to 1990.

This five-episode series will include fresh conversations with key figures from the Oilers dynasty—such as Wayne Gretzzy and Mark Messier—as well as competitors, commentators, team officials, and other personalities involved backstage.

The Emmy-winning director Austin Andrews, known for his work on the Netflix series "Julie and the Phantoms," will be at the helm of this project.

The show will debut on Super Channel during the winter of 2027.

The Oilers are presently pursuing their first Cup since 1990 as they face off against the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference finals.

Reynolds' production firm is teaming up with Score G Productions, Fennessey Films, Super Channel, and OEG Sports & Entertainment for the series.

"Maximum Effort" is also responsible for the sports docuseries "Welcome to Wrexham," documenting the journey of a Welsh football club under the ownership of Reynolds and actor Rob McElhenney. The series is currently in its fourth season on FX.

The report from The Canadian Press was initially released on May 21, 2025.

Alex Nino Gheciu from The Canadian Press