Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are teaming up again, this time to narrate a Disney+ docuseries that tracks the Australian SailGP team BONDS Flying Roos across a global racing season. the series, announced by Jackman on X, promises a mix of humor, behind‑the‑scenes access and the sport’s blistering 100 km/h catamaran action, with Olympic gold‑medallist Tom Slingsby at the helm.

Disney+ Greenlights Untitled SailGP Series Featuring BONDS Flying Roos

Disney+ has officially ordered the untitled docuseries after a pitch from Maximum Effort and Eureka Productions, according to Eric Schrier, President of Direct‑to‑Consumer International Originals at Disney. The production will stream internationally on Disney+ and domestically on both Disney+ and Hulu, giving the sport a broader audience than ever before.

Tom Slingsby Leads Crew in $12.8 Million Rolex SailGP Championship

Tom Slingsby, a three‑time SailGP champion and Olympic gold‑medallist,serves as both driver and CEO of the BONDS Flying Roos, the rebranded Australia SailGP team.. sailGP’s identical 50‑foot catamarans race at speeds up to 100 km/h, with a total prize pool of US$12.8 million, making the competition as financially lucrative as it is physiaclly demanding.

Reynolds and Jackman Promise Comedy, Heart and Possible Pirates

In a joint announcement, Reynolds and Jackman said the series will blend “action, comedy, heart and a lot more water,” even joking about the chance of “pirates in SailGP.” Their chemisstry, first seen in Deadpool & Wolverine, is expected to bring the same dynamic energy to a sport that is still relatively unknown to mainstream viewers.

Who Is Steering the Production? Brent Hodge and Rob Mac Take the Helm

Brent Hodge is listed as director and showrunner, while Rob Mac—co‑chairman of Wrexham AFC and executive producer of Welcome to Wrexham—joins as an executive producer. Their involvement signals a high‑production value approach, aiming to capture both the intenity of the races and the camaraderie among the athletes.

What Remains Unclear About the Series’ Release and Content?

The exact premiere date remains undisclosed, and Disney+ has not revealed whether the series will feature a traditional narrative arc or a more episodic, sport‑focused format. Additionally, it is unknown how much on‑water footage will involve Reynolds or Jackman themselves, beyond voice‑over narration.