🎬 NETFLIX ANNOUNCES NEW DOCUMENTARY ON HISTORIC 1998 KANSAS STATE FOOTBALL SEASON
a thrilling revelation for college football fans and Wildcat loyalists alike, Netflix has officially announced production of a new sports documentary chronicling the legendary 1998 Kansas State Wildcats football team — a season widely hailed as the greatest in program history.
Titled “Unfinished Business: The 1998 Wildcats”, the documentary will take viewers deep inside the unforgettable campaign that saw Kansas State rise from national underdog to championship contender, compiling a stunning 11-0 regular season record, defeating powerhouse opponents, and capturing the heart of a nation.
> “This is a story that deserves to be told — a story of grit, heartbreak, dominance, and unity,” said Netflix executive producer Taylor Knox. “The 1998 Wildcats changed the narrative of college football, and their impact is still felt today.”
Under the leadership of legendary head coach Bill Snyder and led by iconic quarterback Michael Bishop, the 1998 Wildcats stormed through the regular season, highlighted by a landmark victory over No. 11 Nebraska, snapping a 29-year losing streak against the Huskers. The team climbed to No. 1 in the national polls, carried sky-high playoff hopes, and brought unprecedented national spotlight to Manhattan, Kansas.
The documentary promises exclusive interviews with players, coaches, media personalities, and opponents, alongside never-before-seen game footage, locker room moments, and emotional stories from inside the program.
> “That season changed our lives,” said Bishop, who recently returned to Kansas State as a senior staff coach. “We weren’t just playing football — we were making history. I’m excited for the world to see what made that team so special.”
While the season ended in heartbreak with a double-overtime loss in the Big 12 Championship Game, the 1998 Wildcats are still celebrated as a defining team in the evolution of the Kansas State football program — a team that helped turn the Wildcats from perennial underdogs into national contenders.
The film will explore not just the wins, but the emotional weight of what could have been — the dreams of a national championship, the pain of near-miss glory, and the legacy that endures 25+ years later.
> “This team built the foundation for everything that’s come since,” said head coach Chris Klieman. “Their toughness, brotherhood, and belief paved the way for today’s success. We owe them more than most fans realize.”
“Unfinished Business: The 1998 Wildcats” is slated to premiere on Netflix in early 2026, and is already being hailed as a must-watch for sports fans, alumni, and anyone who loves an underdog story written in blood, sweat, and heart
