Yesterday, Netflix announced that they are green lighting an untitled Documentary as of now On Expos’ Long-Debated Departure From Montreal.

The untitled documentary film will explore the setbacks that led to the departure of Quebec's beloved Expos from Montreal, and how it continues to spark debate 20 years later.

Jean-François Poisson will direct the film as part of a partnership with Montreal-based indie producer Attraction. The greenlight from Netflix Canada also comes as the streaming giant expands into sports-related content after the success of the Formula 1 docuseries Drive to Survive and golf docuseries Full Swing.

Richard Speer, President, Attraction was quoted saying: “It is with great pride and enthusiasm that Attraction announces the first project to result from our partnership with Netflix. The Expos were the first MLB team outside of the US, and despite their departure from Montreal, they continue to have passionate fans to this day. This film will tell the story of the team through the eyes of those who lived it.”

More to come…