One of hockey’s most legendary figures is finally getting the spotlight he deserves—Jean Béliveau, the gentleman giant of the Montreal Canadiens, is the subject of an upcoming Netflix documentary that will dive deep into his extraordinary life and career. For hockey fans and sports history buffs alike, this is a must-watch celebration of a man whose legacy still looms large over the game.
By his second NHL season, Béliveau had already emerged as one of the league’s top three scorers—a rare feat for a young player in the 1950s. Over time, he would become the fourth player in NHL history to score 500 goals and only the second to reach 1,000 career points, setting the standard for future generations of greats.
Béliveau’s personal trophy case is nothing short of remarkable. He won the Hart Memorial Trophy twice as the league’s Most Valuable Player (1956 and 1964), and in 1956, he also earned the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL’s top scorer. In 1965, he made history again by becoming the first-ever recipient of the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
But it’s his connection to winning that truly sets Béliveau apart. With 17 Stanley Cup championships to his name—all with the Montreal Canadiens—he holds the record for the most by any individual in NHL history. Ten of those came as a player; seven more followed during his time as an executive, underscoring his lifelong impact on the franchise.
In 2017, the NHL honored Béliveau by naming him one of the ‘100 Greatest NHL Players’ of all time. Now, Netflix is set to bring his story to a global audience, spotlighting not only his stats and accolades, but also his grace, humility, and leadership—qualities that made him beloved far beyond the rink.
From Quebec City to the rafters of the Bell Centre, and soon, to screens around the world—Jean Béliveau’s legacy lives on.
