Plot Synopsis

Directed by Garrett Bradley, NAOMI OSAKA is a three-part documentary series that explores the life of Naomi Osaka, one of the world's best tennis players. With unprecedented access, the series follows Osaka during an historic two years in which she works on her game but also begins to find her voice. Whether she's defending her grand slam titles -- while wearing masks in defense of Black lives -- mourning the unexpected loss of mentor Kobe Bryant, or finding her independence, the challenges Naomi faces on a personal level begin to align with those in the public sphere. The series also chronicles Osaka's hectic training and travel schedule, revealing the layers of pressure she is under and showing how she spends her time off the court hanging with her closest family and friends. The episodes also travel the globe with Osaka to further explore her Haitian roots as well as examine her deep connection to Japan, the country she represents. Viewers witness Naomi's unapologetic honesty and vulnerability as she navigates her multifaceted identity as a young athlete and leader on the rise. The entire three-episode series dropped on Friday, June 16, 2021 on Netflix.