The Silent Storm: Steffi Graf’s Untold Battle Behind 22 Grand Slam Titles – Now a Netflix Global Event

Coming Soon: “The Silent Storm – The Steffi Graf Story”

Netflix dives deep into the life of one of tennis’ most iconic and enigmatic champions in its latest documentary-drama: The Silent Storm: The Steffi Graf Story.

With 22 Grand Slam titles, a Golden Slam in 1988 (the only player in history to win all four majors and Olympic gold in a single calendar year), and over 377 weeks ranked as World No. 1, Steffi Graf is more than a tennis legend — she’s a cultural force. But what the cameras never showed was the emotional toll of perfection, the fierce pressure of fame, and the quiet strength that carried her through personal trials no victory could shield her from.

This powerful new documentary, told through never-before-seen footage, exclusive interviews with Steffi, Andre Agassi, former rivals, family, and sports journalists, reveals the woman behind the champion. From her sudden rise in West Germany as a teenage prodigy to the intense media scrutiny following her father’s legal battles, The Silent Stormpeels back the layers of a private icon in a very public world.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Laura Poitras, the documentary balances emotional storytelling with rare match highlights, showing how Graf’s stoicism and athleticism inspired a generation — and how her quiet resilience may have been her greatest triumph of all.

“I didn’t play for the spotlight,” Graf says in the trailer. “I played because it was the only place I felt free.”

Whether you’re a lifelong tennis fan or discovering her legacy for the first time, The Silent Storm promises to be a gripping tribute to the woman who redefined greatness — and did it without ever raising her voice.