Yandex is producing a biographical film about hockey player Alexander Ovechkin.
Russian hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin has entered into a three-year agreement with technology giant Yandex, including its streaming platform Kinopoisk. This deal will see Ovechkin's NHL career transformed into a series of film, television, or documentary projects through Yandex's production label, Plus Studio [1][2][3][4].
The agreement, which marks a significant step for Ovechkin's post-hockey career, grants Yandex the rights to adapt his incredible journey into visual storytelling formats. Ovechkin himself will be actively involved in the promotional aspects and likely production content, serving as an ambassador for Yandex's projects and services [1][2][3][4].
The projects will primarily focus on Ovechkin's recent achievement of surpassing Wayne Gretzky's career goals record and his tenure with the Washington Capitals, culminating in their 2018 Stanley Cup championship. The specific format—whether a film, series, or documentary—has yet to be finalised [1][2][3].
Currently, the documentary series is being filmed in the United States. The series, which could potentially span multiple seasons, promises to offer an insightful and dramatic portrayal of Ovechkin's illustrious career [5].
In a historic moment, Ovechkin became the all-time leading scorer in NHL history on April 6, 2023, playing for the Washington Capitals. This achievement was not only celebrated by fans worldwide but also by the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, who congratulated Ovechkin on his remarkable feat [6].
Furthermore, Kinopoisk has secured the rights to broadcast the documentary series in Russia and Belarus. This move is expected to generate significant interest and engagement among fans of both Ovechkin and hockey in these regions [7].
As Ovechkin embarks on this new chapter, fans can look forward to an in-depth exploration of his life and career, providing a unique perspective on one of the greatest hockey players of all time.
[1] https://www.yandex.com/company/press/news/2023/04/ovechkin-yandex [2] https://kinopoisk.ru/news/2023/04/06/ovechkin-yandex/ [3] https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/04/06/ovechkin-gretzky-record/ [4] https://www.nhl.com/news/ovechkin-becomes-all-time-leading-scorer-in-nhl-history/c-331699078 [5] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/documentary-series-alexander-ovechkin-in-production-1235140536/ [6] https://www.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/67501 [7] https://kinopoisk.ru/news/2023/04/07/ovechkin-broadcast/
- The partnership between technology giant Yandex and Russian hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin will extend beyond Kinopoisk's streaming platform, exploring Ovechkin's life and career through entertainment formats, such as films, television series, or documentaries, focusing on his achievements in hockey, particularly his record-breaking NHL career.
- Ovechkin's involvement in the production of these projects goes beyond just being the subject, as he will serve as an ambassador for Yandex's projects and services, a role that may see him actively participating in promotional aspects.
- upcoming documentary series about Ovechkin will likely cover his recent accomplishments, including surpassing Wayne Gretzky's career goals record and the Washington Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup championship, offering fans a captivating and personal look into the life of one of the greatest sports figures in history, with plans for the series to air in Russia and Belarus on Kinopoisk.
