Season Guide
Welcome to Wrexham Season 1
Season 1 Review
⚠ Spoiler alert Season notes below reveal how the story develops.
In 2020, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds teamed up to purchase Wrexham AFC, Wales’ oldest professional football club, in the hopes of turning the club into an underdog story the whole world could root for. The worry? Rob and Ryan have no experience in football or working with each other. That said, they are serious about their investment in Wrexham, improving the club and doing right by the townspeople.
Episodes
1
Summary Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney attempt a takeover of the world’s third oldest professional football (a.k.a. soccer) club, located in Wrexham, a working class town in northern…
2
Summary Wrexham Football Club attempts to qualify for the playoffs as their new owners try to very quickly learn the ins and outs of a game and an industry they…
3
SummaryWith just weeks before the season begins, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds find themselves having to convince star football players and executives to take a chance on Wrexham.Our TakeA well…
4
SummaryThe first Wrexham home opener of the new era arrives, and whether Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds are ready for it or not.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps…
5
Summary Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney land an important partnership as the Wrexham goalies, and fans, face some tough contests. Our Take A quieter episode that leans on the human…
6
SummaryRyan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney try to fulfil one of their biggest promises to Wrexham as a previous owner's dark shadow still lingers.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but…
7
SummaryIn this "very special episode," Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney give a tour of Wales, and other TV show formats.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that…
8
Summary Wrexham Chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney make a surprise appearance at an away game to watch Wrexham play in person for the very first time. Our Take A…
9
SummaryAfter a year of cheering from afar due to COVID-19, cochairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney finally get to visit Wrexham and spend time with their team and the town.Our…
10
SummaryUnfortunate occurrences at the first home game attended by the cochairmen lead to a police investigation and raise the ugly specter of football hooliganism.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine…
11
SummaryFans grumble about Wrexham's lackluster performance and aim their ire at manager Phil Parkinson; Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney debate his future with the club.Our TakeA tightly put together episode…
12
SummaryWrexham AFC begin to play up to their potential while off the field challenges put match play in perspective.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds…
13
Summary Roster changes threaten Wrexham’s momentum as they prepare to face the worst team in the league. Our Take A tense, quietly frustrating hour that captures the messiness of mid-season…
14
Summary Ryan Reynolds surprises the team with a visit as Wrexham prepares for the biggest match of the season against Stockpoert County, their rivals for promotion. Our Take This one…
15
Summary With one match left to play in the regular season, Wrexham has a chance to win the league and promotion. Our Take A nervy, sweaty-palmed hour that captures what…
16
SummaryHollywood stars and Wrexham residents descend on London for the Red Dragons' big match at legendary Wembley Stadium.Our TakeA classic for the ages. If you sample one episode of Welcome…
17
Summary An inside look at the unusual beginnings and dynamics of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s football friendship. Our Take This one's a bit of a puff piece, spending most…
18
SummaryFor the first time in 14 years, Wrexham has a chance to be promoted out of the National League. Can they do it?Our TakeA legendary entry. If you sample one…