“American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez” is a highly anticipated FX series that delves into the complex and tragic life of Aaron Hernandez, the former NFL star turned convicted murderer. Here’s a closer look at the series and its context:

Overview

• Title: American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez
• Premiere Date: September 17 on FX on Hulu
• Creator: Stuart Zicherman
• Executive Producers: Ryan Murphy, Stuart Zicherman, Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Carl Franklin, Hernan Lopez, Marshall Lewy, Linda Pizzuti Henry, and Ira Napoliello.

Cast

• Josh Rivera stars as Aaron Hernandez.
• Patrick Schwarzenegger portrays Tim Tebow.
• Tammy Blanchard plays Terri Hernandez.
• Lindsay Mendez appears as Tanya Singleton.

Plot

The series dramatizes Hernandez’s journey from a high school and college football star to his rise with the New England Patriots, culminating in his arrest, conviction, and eventual death by suicide in 2017. The show explores his struggles with family pressures, substance abuse, and violence, contrasting these challenges with his success on the football field.

Background

• Source Material: The series is based on the Boston Globe and Wondery podcast, Gladiator: Aaron Hernandez and Football Inc.
• Production: The series is produced by 20th Television.

Trailer Insights

The trailer for “American Sports Story” portrays Hernandez as a deeply troubled individual, wrestling with his identity, personal demons, and the pressures surrounding him. It highlights his inner conflict and struggles, suggesting a deep dive into the psychological and emotional aspects of his life.

The show aims to offer a detailed and nuanced perspective on Hernandez’s life, blending dramatic reenactments with real-life events to explore the complexities of his story.