The new Netflix documentary on the Dallas Cowboys and Jerry Jones is a must-watch. It dives into the rich history of a team that claimed three Super Bowl titles in just four years, just after Jones took ownership.
I watched it all in two days. It was hard to focus on anything else while viewing. Every few minutes, I found myself captivated by new stories—some I had forgotten, others I had never heard.
One highlight is the detailed look at the 1992 NFC Championship game, where the vintage footage feels fresh and engaging. The insights from the show are so compelling that I plan to watch it again, this time with notes in hand to capture more details.
As Jones reflects in the finale, “You know, now that I think about it, I don’t know what this has proven…maybe all it’s exposed is a flawed Jerry. But what I can say with absolute certainty, this has been one hell of a ride.”
While some aspects may feel like revisionist history, the overall journey through the highs and lows of the Cowboys is fascinating. Jeff Pearlman, who penned the insightful book Boys Will Be Boys, even criticized the series by calling it “a hand job to Jerry Jones.” Still, it offers a thrilling trip down memory lane, especially as the glory days of America’s Team slip further into the past.
A study from last year revealed that a staggering 78% of sports fans in the U.S. still view the Cowboys favorably, despite mixed recent performance. This documentary taps into that nostalgia and keeps the legacy alive.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious about football history, this series will pull you in. You might just find that one hell of a ride waiting for you too.
