LINCOLN, NE Netflix Set to Premiere Emotional Sportscaster Documentary The Under-Voice on Greg Sharpe
Netflix has announced the upcoming release of its newest sports documentary, The Under-Voice which captures the extraordinary yet humble career of University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s beloved voice of Husker athletics, Greg Sharpe. Set to premiere on July 12 the film takes a heartfelt and intimate look into the life and legacy of a broadcaster whose unmistakable voice became the soundtrack of Nebraska football and baseball for generations of fans.
Sharpe, who began his broadcasting journey in small-town Kansas, rose through the ranks with quiet dedication and relentless passion. While his name may not carry the celebrity status of national sportscasters, The Under-Voice reveals the profound influence he’s had on the Husker community and collegiate sports broadcasting as a whole.
Narrated through interviews with former players, coaches, longtime colleagues, and Sharpe himself, the film reflects on the emotional highs and lows of Nebraska athletics from the glory days of Big 12 dominance to the recent rebuilding years. Fans will also get rare behind-the-scenes access to Sharpe’s life in the booth, his preparation rituals, and the emotional weight of being the trusted voice through both victory and heartbreak.
Netflix producers describe the documentary as a love letter to those voices who never seek the spotlight but define what a team feels like. Executive producer Dana Colburn said, “Greg Sharpe is more than a sportscaster he’s the heartbeat of Husker Nation. His voice brings comfort, hope, and passion. This story is long overdue.
The announcement has already stirred excitement across Nebraska, with fans and alumni flooding social media to express their appreciation for Sharpe. Many say the documentary offers not just recognition for his contributions, but a chance for new audiences to understand why his calls have become etched into the collective memory of Husker fans everywhere.
The Under-Voice premieres exclusively on Netflix on July 12 and is expected to draw both sports fans and storytelling enthusiasts alike. For Greg Sharpe, a man who has always let the game speak loudest, the spotlight finally and rightfully finds him.
