The upcoming anthology series, American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, which delves into the tumultuous life of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez, is set to premiere on FX’s cable network on September 17, 2024, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The series will consist of ten episodes airing throughout September, October, and mid-November.
In addition to FX, viewers can stream each episode on Hulu starting at 12:01 a.m. ET/PT, which aligns with the series’ release schedule.
On August 23, 2024, Disney Plus released a trailer for American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez on their YouTube channel, indicating potential future availability on their platform. Fans are eagerly anticipating the show’s addition to Disney Plus soon.
How to Watch American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez
American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez will follow a weekly release schedule, distributing its ten episodes over a three-month period. Viewers can catch the episodes on FX upon their initial airing and stream them on Hulu starting September 17, 2024.
Each episode will be accessible on Hulu on the day of its release (Tuesdays) from midnight ET/PT onward, with availability lasting indefinitely. Prospective subscribers to Hulu can start their subscriptions for as low as $7.99 per month.
Furthermore, episodes are likely to become available on Disney Plus, although specific release dates have yet to be disclosed. However, subscribers to the Disney Plus + Hulu bundle will be able to stream episodes when released.
According to an article by Billboard dated September 16, 2024, viewers can also enjoy the show via DirecTV Stream and Fubo, which occasionally offer free trial memberships.
About the Show
American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez will examine the complex narrative of the controversial former NFL player. In 2013, Hernandez was arrested and charged with the murder of Odin Lloyd.
Although he was released initially, he was later charged with first-degree murder in 2015 and ultimately sentenced to life imprisonment following the trial.
In addition to the murder charge for Lloyd, Hernandez faced a double homicide trial concerning the deaths of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado. He was acquitted in this case, but tragically committed suicide shortly after the verdict. The series will highlight these critical incidents and more from Hernandez’s life. The official synopsis for American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez states:
“The 10-episode limited series charts the rise and fall of NFL superstar Aaron Hernandez and explores the disparate strands of his identity, his family, his career, his suicide, and their legacy in sports and American culture.”
This series draws inspiration from a collection of podcasts released by The Boston Globe on the Wondery app, titled Gladiator: Aaron Hernandez and Football Inc.
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