The upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games’ Opening Ceremony is set to be an unprecedented spectacle, unfolding along a 6km stretch of the iconic Seine River and at the Trocadero.
For the first time in Olympic history, the opening ceremony will not be held in a stadium, transforming the heart of the Olympic city into a grand stage.
This monumental event will be brought to life by the vision and creativity of the Paris 2024 team, with the Olympic Channel granted exclusive behind-the-scenes access to document the preparations.
Despite the confidentiality surrounding the event, the Olympic Channel’s cameras have been welcomed by Paris 2024 leadership, including President Tony Estanguet, Director of Ceremonies Thierry Reboul, and Creative Director Thomas Jolly.
These key figures, alongside their dedicated teams and the Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS), are working tirelessly to orchestrate this groundbreaking event.
Leading the charge for the docuseries is French director Manuel Herrero, known for his creative flair and previous collaborations with the Olympic Channel.
Herrero’s trusted rapport with the participants allows him to capture intimate moments and behind-the-scenes action, providing a fresh and compelling narrative of this historic event.
This exclusive look behind the scenes offers a captivating insight into the scale and complexity of organizing such an extraordinary ceremony.
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The Olympic Channel’s in-depth coverage will showcase the dedication and hard work of all those involved, giving viewers a deeper appreciation for the monumental efforts behind this grand spectacle.
Olympic Media Right-Holders (MRHs) have acknowledged the project’s importance, offering steadfast support from the outset. Broadcasting partners, including NBCUniversal’s Peacock, Warner Bros.
Discovery, France Televisions, TV Globo, NHK, CBC, Radio-Canada, and CMG, have embraced the vision, committing to broadcast the docuseries across their respective territories.
This united effort underscores the collaborative spirit that epitomizes the Olympic Games.
The highly anticipated docuseries will premiere worldwide starting on July 21. Viewers can catch the documentary on the following platforms:
- Brazil: Globo
- Canada: CBC and Radio-Canada
- China: CMG
- Europe (excluding France): Warner Bros. Discovery (49 territories)
- France: France Televisions
- Japan: NHK
- United States: NBCUniversal’s Peacock
- For all other regions, the documentary will be available on Olympics.com.