Novak Djokovic Documentary 'The Wolf in Winter' Premieres on Prime Video

The documentary 'Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter' premiered today on Prime Video, directed by Jason Hehir, known for 'The Last Dance'. The film offers an intimate portrait of the tennis champion, diverging from typical sports documentaries by avoiding highlight reels and predictable narratives. It explores Djokovic's early life in war-torn Serbia, including his experience of an aerial attack in Belgrade, and his departure to Germany at age 12 for training. The documentary features interviews with his wife Jelena, tennis writers, childhood friends, and former players, notably Andre Agassi, who provides insightful commentary. It confronts Djokovic's complicated relationship with the tennis establishment and fans, who often favored rivals Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. The film also addresses his controversial 2022 Australian visa cancellation due to his unvaccinated status, presenting his perspective in detail. Djokovic, now 39, discusses his stubbornness and the internal struggle about when to retire. At a private screening at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan, Hehir noted that polarizing figures are great for filmmakers, and Djokovic expressed his intention to present a more private side, not a highlight reel. The documentary is part of a recent wave of tennis documentaries, including 'Rafa' and 'Federer: Twelve Final Days'.