IMDb 7.7 2019 HD

Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona

2019
Documentary
130 min TV-14 United Kingdom
7.4 / 10
7.7 IMDB

Constructed from over 500 hours of never-before-seen footage, this documentary centers on the personal life and career of the controversial football player Diego Maradona who played for SSC…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Asif Kapadia
Starring
Diego Maradona / Pelé / Dalma Maradona / Daniel Arcucci / Alberto Bigon / Gonzalo Bonadeo / Corrado Ferlaino / Ciro Ferrara

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

electrifying raw controversial iconic personal tragic intense legendary flawed captivating complex magnetic

Reviews

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Genevieve Croft
Apr 6, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This documentary offers an unparalleled window into the life of Diego Maradona, built from an astonishing hoard of personal film. The focus on his time with SSC Napoli in the 1980s is particularly potent, showcasing the intoxicating blend…

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Arthur Pendelton
Apr 6, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

Prepare for an unfiltered journey into the heart of footballing idolatry and personal chaos. 'Diego Maradona' is a triumph of archival filmmaking, presenting over 500 hours of personal footage that paints an astonishingly intimate portrait. The film captures…

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Isabelle Dubois
Apr 6, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

While the film boasts an incredible amount of never-before-seen footage, 'Diego Maradona' occasionally feels overwhelming in its sheer volume. The narrative centres on his tumultuous tenure with SSC Napoli, showcasing his electrifying impact on the pitch and the…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 6, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This documentary is a deep dive into the whirlwind that was Diego Maradona’s time in Naples. Constructed from an extraordinary cache of personal archives, it eschews typical biographical structure for something more immediate and immersive. The tone is…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 6, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

Asif Kapadia’s directorial hand, though uncredited here, is evident in the masterful weaving of raw, intimate footage into a compelling narrative. 'Diego Maradona' is a visceral plunge into the life of a flawed genius. The sheer volume of…

FAQs

The film strives for a comprehensive, if at times unflinching, portrayal. By leveraging an unprecedented volume of personal footage, it aims to present Maradona in his unfiltered reality, showcasing both his extraordinary talent and his significant personal struggles. It allows the viewer to draw their own conclusions about his choices and their consequences, rather than imposing a singular narrative. This approach invites a deeper contemplation of the man, his genius, and the complex circumstances that defined his life.