Must-see Eurovision documentaries this summer!
Summer is here, the days are long and Eurovision news is fairly quiet. For fans, this is often a period of post-competition depression when the wait for the next season seems interminable. Luckily, at Eurovision & Friends, we've found the solution to help you get through this period and prepare you like never before for the next edition: a selection of Eurovision documentaries!
Whether you're a long-standing Eurovision fan or a newcomer, think of these documentaries as holiday workbooks - you'll brush up on your classics, discover new stories and get a behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary!
Eurovision 2024 🇸🇪 - The Story Of & Behind The Scenes
As it does every year, Fernand's Live Show Show treats us to a comprehensive Behind the Scenes documentary of almost 40 minutes on Eurovision 2024. Arena, stage, technical equipment, lighting, innovations, graphics and sound - everything is explained!
The Complex Logistics of the World's Biggest Live Music Event
This documentary takes us to Malmö, Sweden, in May 2024, where we follow Pernilla Isedal, senior floor manager, and Tobbe Berg, senior stage manager. A behind-the-scenes look at the most-watched event in the world by the WSJ teams.
How We Made HISTORY at EUROVISION!
Follow Chanel, the 2021 Spanish representative, in a vlog that follows her preparation for the competition. Filmed by Chanel's own team, the documentary offers an intimate insight into the challenges, fears and successes of the artist and her dancers.
Worst Kept Secret: The Subwoolfer Documentary
A wild story about the formation of the duo Subwoolfer, who will represent Norway in Turin in 2022. Starting with a joke about bananas and a grandmother, this mystery duo captivated the Eurovision family for almost a year. The documentary also reveals the identities of those hiding under the yellow space wolf costumes.
United By Music - a documentary by Lucy Galliford
This documentary by Lucy Galliford follows the production of Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool, where the contest was held in support of Ukraine. It takes us behind the scenes with interviews with Martin Österdahl, executive supervisor, and Steve Holden, podcast host, among other team members and stars of the contest, with an immersive view of how the show unfolded.
The Story of Eurovision 2023
Another technical documentary on Eurovision 2023, by Fernand's Live Show Show, exploring aspects of stage design, lighting, sound and cameras. Perfect for those fascinated by television production and the technical aspects of Eurovision.
Eurovision Song Contest BBC Documentary 2001 Estonia
Relive Estonia's Eurovision win in 2001 with this report exploring the impact of the victory on the country. A dive full of gossip and drama surrounding the victory of Tanel Padar, Dave Benton Tanel Padar and the group 2XL.
The [Queer] Politics of Eurovision
This documentary examines the political and social aspects of Eurovision, focusing on the contest's role as a platform for queer talent. An illuminating look at how Eurovision has become a space of expression for minorities.
Céline Dion, the perfect score at Eurovision
Immerse yourself in Céline Dion's iconic 1988 victory for Switzerland. This Arte report explores the key moments of this victory and reveals the moments of tension and triumph that marked this key event in the career of the Quebec star.
Making of "The Code
An on-board look at the creation of Nemo's "The Code", the winning song for Switzerland at Eurovision 2024. This documentary captures the creative process alongside the production team as they prepare Nemo for the contest. Our only regret is that the documentary is only 7 minutes long.
How to Win Eurovision
Produced by the BBC, this older documentary is a gem of typically British humour and self-mockery. Greg James and Russell Kane take us through the ingredients needed to become a Eurovision winner, celebrating the UK's successes and evoking its less glorious moments with a healthy dose of sarcasm. We LOVE IT!
The A-Z of Eurovision
Voiced by Rylan Clark-Neal, one of the BBC's Eurovision semi-final commentators, this documentary is a humorous guide to Eurovision. Going through the alphabet, Rylan presents memorable moments from the contest, from the most extravagant performances to the most comical voting mistakes, the funniest acts and memorable commentary from Sir Terry Wogan and Graham Norton.
[Out of Category] Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
We can't end this selection on a high without mentioning Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. This comedy produced by Netflix follows the adventures of Lars Erickssong (played by Will Ferrell) and Sigrit Ericksdottir (played by Rachel McAdams), two Icelandic musicians dreaming of taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest.
