Netflix's Who Killed The Montreal Expos Needed One Change To Be An All-Star Documentary

Netflix's "Who Killed the Montreal Expos?" Review

A small adjustment could have elevated this documentary significantly. Recently, Netflix has offered some exceptional sports documentaries, from The Comeback: 2004 Boston Red Sox to the Quarterback docuseries, captivating viewers for hours. Naturally, one might expect to be equally impressed by the new Netflix original Who Killed the Montreal Expos?, released in 2025 just before the World Series.

While the film is a detailed exploration of Montreal's National League team’s glory and gradual decline, there is one key improvement that would have turned it into a standout documentary.

A Commendable Effort by Jean-François Poisson

Jean-François Poisson and his team deserve praise for covering nearly 40 years of the Montreal Expos’ history—the highs, the lows, and everything in between—within about 90 minutes. The documentary captures the team’s significance in Montreal, Quebec, and Canada, depicting a heartfelt image of the players who became like family over time.

Missed Opportunity: More Depth Needed

Despite its thoroughness, the documentary's format limits its impact. This story would have benefited from a multi-part series to fully explore the team’s complex history and emotional legacy.

"Unlike the franchise the documentary chronicles, this one thing could have saved the documentary in my eyes."
Summary

This documentary is a respectful and comprehensive look at the Montreal Expos’ journey, yet it falls short of greatness due to its condensed format; expanding it into multiple parts could have made it an all-star sports film.

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