Senna

From a kid who loved the sound and motion of engines to a driver whose name became synonymous with speed, Senna follows Ayrton Senna's climb from early competition to the highest levels of Formula 1. The series shows his relentless focus on performance, the tense relationships with teammates and team bosses, and the personal sacrifices behind public success. Race sequences sit alongside quieter scenes that reveal his faith, determination, and the pressure of being a national icon. Rather than fixating on the final accident, the show traces how his ambitions and decisions reshaped racing, influenced colleagues, and affected the fans who made him a legend.

Released in 2024, the drama was directed by Julia Rezende and created by Vicente Amorim, Gustavo Bragança and Alvaro Campos. Gabriel Leone headlines as Ayrton, joined by Kaya Scodelario, Matt Mella and Patrick Kennedy, and it premiered across multiple platforms.

At the time of release the show drew strong viewer interest and positive online discussion, reflected in solid user ratings, but there were no widely reported major award wins or nominations attached to this production yet. Performances, particularly by Gabriel Leone, attracted praise from critics and viewers.

The series reignited conversations about Senna's legacy and the 1980s and 90s Formula 1 era, prompting tributes from fans and renewed debate over safety, hero worship, and how sport memories are shaped by dramatized retellings. It also inspired renewed interest in archival footage and documentaries about Senna's career.

Critical and audience responses leaned positive, the series holding an average user score of 8.128 out of 10 from 226 votes. Themes include ambition, rivalry, national identity, and the cost of excellence, shown through intimate scenes and high-pressure race moments. Viewers often singled out Leone's performance as a highlight, and many discussions focused on how the show balances mythmaking with human detail.