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By Joly Herman
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Inspiring docu has some language, sexual violence mentions.
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Simone Biles Rising
What's the Story?
SIMONE BILES RISING is a docuseries about Simone Biles, arguably the greatest gymnast of all time. Some journalists have called Biles the most dominant athlete in the world. But in 2020, during the Tokyo Olympics, Biles pulled out of the real-time competition citing concerns about her mental state. The world, deep in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, was watching, and reactions to her decision were mixed. Now, with another Olympic competition on the horizon, Biles has plenty of experience and some new insights about health, competition, and success.
Is It Any Good?
By turns exciting and heart-wrenching, this short docuseries about a gymnastics legend leaves no stone unturned. A competitor whose greatness has no match, Simone Biles' life and career have been under scrutiny for years. Biles' quest for personal balance has opened up many conversations about mental health, being part of a team, and the pressure to perform.
In this series, Biles eventually finds a grounded spiritual center after being torn apart by media pundits for her decision to prioritize her mental well-being. Simone Biles Rising is an intimate portrait of an athlete at the peak of her abilities, and is filled with talking points for families.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about communication in Simone Biles Rising. How has communicating with media outlets and social media platforms helped Simone Biles? How has she been harmed by communication from others?
Simone Biles and fellow gymnasts speak up about the abuse they experienced as members of the Women's U.S. Olympics gymnastics team. How has their courage helped others?
There's no denying that Simone Biles and her teammates work very hard to be at the highest level of their sport. How has perseverance paid off in your life?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 17, 2024
- Cast : Simone Biles , Jonathan Owens
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Educational
- Topics : Activism
- Character Strengths : Communication , Courage , Perseverance
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- Awards : Common Sense Selection , NAACP Image Award - NAACP Image Award Nominee
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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