Before the first whistle blows on a massive 2025 season, take a step inside the world of the All Blacks and meet the people behind the jersey.
Following the release of Behind the Fern: Black Ferns in May, Behind the Fern – All Blacks is a brand-new documentary series offering unprecedented access to one of the most iconic teams in world sport.
Streaming from Thursday, July 3 at 6pm on NZR+ and YouTube
Across the series, you’ll go beyond the game to get to know your favourite players, not just as athletes, but as people. From first caps to personal challenges, team culture to pre-game rituals, this is a revealing look at what it truly means to be part of the All Blacks.
In Episode 1, fans are introduced to two of the newest faces in camp, Hurricanes loose forward Du’Plessis Kirifi and Dutch-born Highlanders lock Fabian Holland. From very different backgrounds, both players have taken unique paths to earn their place in the black jersey. You’ll hear their stories in their own words, the setbacks, the sacrifices, and the moments that made it all worth it.
Also featured in the premiere is the return of Jordie Barrett, who joins the squad following his sabbatical with Irish club Leinster. In conversation, he shares his excitement for the 2025 season and his eagerness to get back in the black jersey.
From inside the team hotel to on-field preparation, Episode 1 captures the energy and intensity of a group coming together ahead of a high-stakes opening series against France. You’ll see how leadership is lived daily, how new players are brought into the fold, and how the legacy of the black jersey is passed on.
Whether you’ve followed the All Blacks for decades or you’re just getting started, Behind the Fern offers something fresh: real stories, raw moments, and a deep sense of what it means to walk together, as teammates, as brothers, and as All Blacks.
Episode 1 premieres Thursday, July 3 at 6pm on NZR+ and YouTube.
Tune in, and take your place Behind the Fern.