🎥 TRENDING ⭐: Netflix to Premiere Documentary Honoring BYU Legend LaVell Edwards
Netflix is shining a well-deserved spotlight on one of college football’s most iconic figures with the upcoming documentary “Built by LaVell.” Set to premiere on August 15, 2025, the film offers a heartfelt tribute to BYU legend LaVell Edwards, celebrating a legacy that reshaped the sport and the program he led.
LaVell Edwards served as BYU’s head football coach from 1972 to 2000, transforming a little-known team into a national powerhouse. His revolutionary offensive strategies earned BYU the nickname “Quarterback U,” producing countless record-breaking signal-callers and culminating in the program’s unforgettable 1984 national championship.
“Built by LaVell” promises an intimate journey through Edwards’ extraordinary career. Fans will be treated to rare game footage, behind-the-scenes moments, and deep reflections from those who knew him best—including players, assistant coaches, family members, and even his coaching rivals.
The documentary also explores Edwards’ off-field influence—his emphasis on character building, faith, academic integrity, and fostering a tight-knit, family-like team culture. These values helped shape not only a winning program but also generations of young men on and off the field.
Supported by Netflix’s reputation for deeply moving and meticulously crafted storytelling, and created in collaboration with BYU and the Edwards family, the film is set to be both authentic and emotionally powerful.
With its nationwide release on August 15, “Built by LaVell” is poised to be a definitive tribute to one of college football’s greatest visionaries—a coach who not only won games but also transformed lives and left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire.
