Netflix to Release Documentary on Eli Tomac: “The Rise of ET3” Coming in 2027
Netflix has announced its latest foray into high-octane sports storytelling with a documentary set to premiere in 2027, titled “The Rise of ET3” — a deep dive into the life and career of motocross and supercross legend Eli Tomac, affectionately known as “ET3.”
The film promises to be an unfiltered, high-intensity look into the man behind the helmet — from his record-breaking wins to the raw personal moments fans have never seen before.
From Cortez to Champion
Born in Cortez, Colorado, Eli Tomac was born into a legacy of racing — the son of mountain biking icon John Tomac — but his destiny would take shape on dirt, not pedals. “The Rise of ET3” tracks Eli’s evolution from a quiet, focused teenager into one of the most dominant forces in American motocross history.
“We’re not just telling the story of a racer,” says the documentary’s director, Mark Duval. “We’re telling the story of a warrior who got back up — every time — and rewrote the book on what it means to compete.”
The Crash. The Comeback. The Crown.
At the emotional center of the documentary is Tomac’s 2015 injury, one of the darkest moments in his career. A crash that tore both shoulders could’ve ended everything. For many, it would have. But for Eli, it sparked something deeper — a hunger to come back not just as the rider he was, but something more.
Fans will witness the physical therapy, the doubt, the mental strain, and the moments of near surrender that forged the fiercest comeback in the sport.
Training That Defied Limits
Eli’s training routines — long rumored to be as intense as any Olympian’s — will be revealed in intimate detail. From Colorado’s high-altitude workouts to isolated practice sessions in Cortez where he fine-tuned his throttle control and corner speed like a surgeon, The Rise of ET3 will showcase why Eli wasn’t just fast — he was inevitable.
Inside the Helmet: Love, Family, and Fire
What fans don’t often see — and what this film will explore fully — is Eli Tomac the husband, father, and son. With never-before-seen footage of his home life, moments with his wife Jessica, and his kids cheering from the sidelines, the documentary captures the soft-spoken, loyal figure behind the intensity.
“He’s not just a champion because of what he does on the bike,” says his father John Tomac in the trailer. “He’s a champion because of the man he is off it.”
The Records. The Rage. The Legacy.
From multiple AMA Supercross and Motocross championships, to his jaw-dropping Daytona 500 wins in Supercross, to standing ovations from rival fans in enemy stadiums, ET3’s legacy is already cemented.
The documentary will feature commentary from rivals like Chase Sexton, Ken Roczen, and past legends like Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart, all weighing in on what made Tomac nearly untouchable when he was at full throttle.
“You didn’t beat Eli,” says Stewart in one scene. “You just survived him.”
A Must-Watch for Racing Fans
The Rise of ET3 promises to deliver more than just race highlights — it will unpack the mindset of a racer who defied odds, expectations, and at times, even gravity. Set for release in Spring 2027, the film is expected to run as a three-part series, with each episode diving deeper into a different phase of Eli’s life and legacy.
For those who’ve cheered, doubted, or simply respected the grind — this is the story behind the throttle.
Get ready. The rise wasn’t easy. And it’s not over.
“The Rise of ET3” — coming 2027, only on Netflix.
