“The system of football in England is such a different concept for American viewers,” admits “Welcome to Wrexham” editor Michael Anthony Brown in our recent webchat. The show explores Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney purchasing the Wrexham football club in Wales. Brown’s fellow editor Curtis McConnell adds, “What was helpful was Rob and Ryan being willing to lean into their ignorance. It helps the American audience identify with them. They were really helpful in making a complex sports palatable.” Watch the exclusive video interview with the pair or editors above.
The sports documentary series follows the football club after its acquisition by the Hollywood stars. It shows the club’s quest to be promoted to a higher league as well as the impact the team has on the town of Wrexham. McConnell explains, “I wanted to do the town justice. It’s finding those connections between the club and the town.
The sports documentary series follows the football club after its acquisition by the Hollywood stars. It shows the club’s quest to be promoted to a higher league as well as the impact the team has on the town of Wrexham. McConnell explains, “I wanted to do the town justice. It’s finding those connections between the club and the town.
- 8/14/2023
- by Matt Noble
- Gold Derby
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