# Media productions regarding Marta Vieira da Silva

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/media-productions-regarding-marta-vieira-da-silva
> Updated: 2026-11-04T15:19:27.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Netflix announced plans to produce a documentary directed by Eliza Capai focusing on the 25 year career of Brazilian football legend Marta. The project aims to feature unseen testimonies and cover her preparations for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Following this, a teaser was released for a biographical film titled ‘Marta’, starring Alice Carvalho. Directed by Andrucha Waddington, the film depicts Marta’s journey from her childhood in Alagoas to her international success, while exploring the historical lack of visibility for female athletes. The biopic is scheduled for release in Brazilian cinemas on April 8, 2027.

## Claims

- Alice Carvalho stars as Marta in the upcoming biopic. (reported by 3 sources)
- The film is directed by Andrucha Waddington. (reported by 3 sources)
- The movie is scheduled to premiere on April 8, 2027. (reported by 3 sources)
- Marta was elected the best player in the world by FIFA six times. (reported by 3 sources)
- The screenplay is written by Elena Soárez and Thais Tavares. (reported by 3 sources)
- Ieda Santana portrays Marta as a 13-year-old. (reported by 2 sources)
- The film was shot in Brazil and Sweden. (reported by 1 source)
- The film features locations including Granja Comary and São Januário in Rio de Janeiro. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-11-04: Marta biopic releases first teaser starring Alice Carvalho

A first teaser has been released for the biopic ‘Marta’, starring Alice Carvalho. The film follows the footballer's journey from Alagoas to global stardom and premieres April 8, 2027.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marta-biopic-releases-first-teaser-starring-alice-carvalho

### 2026-10-07: Netflix to produce documentary on football legend Marta

Netflix is producing a documentary on football legend Marta, while actress Alice Carvalho has been cast to play her in an upcoming biographical film.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-to-produce-documentary-on-football-legend-marta

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