The highly anticipated documentary film, “The Sidemen Story,” is set to premiere on Netflix UK on Wednesday, February 14, offering viewers an inside look into the lives of the popular YouTube group.
Comprised of KSI (Olajide ‘JJ’ Olatunji), Miniminter (Simon Minter), W2S (Harry Lewis), Vikkstar123 (Vikram ‘Vik’ Barn), TBJZL (Tobit ‘Tobi’ Brown), Zerkaa (Joshua Bradley), and Behzinga (Ethan Payne), The Sidemen have amassed a dedicated following of over 20 million subscribers on their main channel.
The documentary promises unprecedented access to the group as they reflect on their journey to stardom, sharing insights into the secrets of their success and the challenges they’ve encountered along the way.
According to the official synopsis, “The Sidemen offer honest and heartfelt reflections on their journey, exploring how online trolls, anxiety, topical social movements, and the attempted death by suicide of one of their members have tested their friendship and taught them valuable lessons they are eager to pass on to their young audience.
Additionally, the film delves into pertinent questions surrounding the cultural shifts brought on by open platforms and affordable camera technology, questioning what these developments mean for legacy media’s ability to retain young audiences moving forward.
Vik expressed the group’s gratitude to their global audience, stating, “Our success isn’t measured in streaming numbers or likes; it’s about the connections we’ve built with fans and the real moments we’ve shared along the way.”
Meanwhile, JJ shared his appreciation for their supporters, emphasizing, “None of this would be possible without them so this one is for the fans. Let’s goooo.”
The Sidemen Story” promises to offer an intimate look into the laughter, challenges, and teamwork that define The Sidemen spirit, providing fans with an opportunity to connect with their favorite YouTube personalities on a deeper level.
While the documentary is set to premiere in the UK on February 14, there is currently no information available regarding its release in other regions. Fans eagerly await the chance to experience the journey of The Sidemen as they share their story on the global stage of Netflix.
