Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues

Really good documentary of the highs and lows of Birmingham Citys last couple of seasons. Does not go into great detail about the matches but some interesting insights into the direction the club has gone and the characters/thought processes.

One highlight was Jay Stansfield family story though quite sad, his mum was so proud. He came across really well and was showed respect for his former club.

The documentary was put together with some snippets from Peaky Blinders, a dose of self deprication from the fans and found it was not just generic football club story.

Think Tom Brady and Chris Davies came across as professional whilst showing what drives them, and really enjoyed the 5 episodes.

As a blues fan, I'm biased. But this is a professionally shot and edited documentary. It's not a low budget cash grab. I think this would suit any and all football fans rivalling the Wrexham and Sunderland documentaries. It's open and honest, revealing of course the aim for the American owners is personal profit, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing. The relationship can be mutually beneficial. I'm keen for more in the years to come.

This is a brilliant example of stepping out of your comfort zone and learning the hard way that success in one arena doesn't guarantee it elsewhere. Watching Tom Brady navigate the world of English football is both humbling and fascinating-he's clearly out of his depth, and that's exactly what makes this compelling. The series is a refreshing reminder that greatness in one field doesn't transfer by default. Instead of coasting on fame, Brady listens, learns, and adapts. A valuable lesson in humility, and a must-watch for anyone who thinks they can't fail.

The Blues documentary was excellent - had some concerns prior to watching as there have already been quite a few football documentaries. It had good balance and gave some insight at what went on behind the scenes (though I thought they could have showed more comments / input from other senior management and other players.

Could have dedicated a few mins to Juke too.

Episode 3 was quite sad - especially when highlighting the playing similarities using TV footage of Jay and his Dad.

Steven Knight is a great storyteller. I love the way he's entwined Brady's mental toughness with the "toughness" of a working class city, Peaky Blinders ( Link to the Zulus who "took on "racisim in 1970's) and the winning mentality Knighthead are looking to instill. Birmingham being multi cultural has important role to play in the increasingly divise world we live in. The Brady12 brand will ensure this continues.