The launch reinforces Paramount+ as the home of the UFC while showcasing the streaming service’s unique ability to connect premium entertainment with world sports content. By integrating sports and storytelling, ANDERSON SPIDER SILVA strengthens Paramount+’s position as a destination for high-impact sports narratives that resonate with global audiences seeking authentic, inspiring stories.

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The series chronicles Anderson’s path to becoming one of the most important athletes in the sport of MMA. Born in São Paulo and raised by his aunt and uncle on the outskirts of Curitiba, Anderson faced a challenging childhood and found in martial arts a transformative path. From an early age, he practiced Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, disciplines in which he earned black belts.

The series stars William Nascimento, Bruno Vinicius, and Caetano Vieira portraying Anderson Silva in his adult, teenage, and childhood phases, respectively. The renowned singer and actor Seu Jorge plays the fighter’s uncle, while Tatiana Tiburcio portrays Anderson’s aunt, both responsible for his upbringing. The cast also includes Douglas Silva, Jean Paulo Campos, Jeniffer Dias, Larissa Nunes, Milhem Cortaz, and Vaneza Oliveira.

The production follows his journey from his first steps in the sport to his entry into the professional fighting world, highlighting the achievement of his first title in Japan, a decisive milestone in his international rise. Anderson Silva would later become the greatest champion in MMA history, defending the belt with a perfect record and remaining undefeated for seven years.

Produced by Pródigo Filmes, with Beto Gauss and Francesco Civita as producers, and Caito Ortiz as the showrunner/director, ANDERSON SPIDER SILVA brings audiences the journey of one of the greatest fighters in MMA history, Anderson Silva, expanding the platform’s sports catalog for fans who already have access to UFC, Zuffa Boxing, and— in Brazil only — CONMEBOL Libertadores and CONMEBOL Sudamericana.