Guide to the “Welcome to Wrexham” Documentary Series

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The docuseries “Welcome to Wrexham” offers an intimate, “fly on the wall” look at Wrexham AFC, the Welsh football club acquired by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in 2020.

Since taking ownership, Reynolds and McElhenney have set ambitious targets for the club, even expressing a long-term hope of reaching the Premier League. “Welcome to Wrexham” documents the initial two seasons of their journey at the helm.

Interested in where to stream this popular series and what content it features? This guide provides all the details.

Release Dates for Welcome to Wrexham Seasons

Season Release Date
Season 1 August 24, 2022
Season 2 September 12, 2023
Season 3 May 2, 2024
Season 4 May 15, 2025

Season one of “Welcome to Wrexham” first premiered on August 24, 2022, in the U.S., followed by the UK release on August 25, 2022.

The second season launched on September 12, 2023.

The third season became available on May 2, 2024, arriving slightly earlier in the year than previous seasons.

Season four is scheduled for release on May 15, 2025.

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Streaming Options for Welcome to Wrexham

You can watch and stream “Welcome to Wrexham” on different platforms depending on your region.

Country Streaming Service
United Kingdom: Disney+
United States: FX-on-Hulu

Explore the Trailers for Welcome to Wrexham

Reynolds and McElhenney have released several trailers and teasers providing insight into what viewers can expect from the series.

The initial teaser trailer was released in May 2021:

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A subsequent trailer from December 2021 featured a theme inspired by “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” a show starring McElhenney:

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A third trailer released in July 2022 offered a more detailed look, set to Elvis Presley`s `Only Fools Rush In,` showcasing interactions between Reynolds, McElhenney, the fans, and the Wrexham community.

The official trailer for season two of Welcome to Wrexham premiered on August 10, 2023. Watch it here:

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The trailer for season three, released on April 19, 2024, had a Rocky-inspired theme featuring the famous `Eye of the Tiger` song.

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You can also watch the trailer for the fourth season of Welcome to Wrexham:

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Synopsis of Welcome to Wrexham

“Welcome to Wrexham” is a documentary series chronicling the events at Wrexham AFC since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney purchased the club in 2020. It follows the historic Welsh team`s efforts to return to the English Football League.

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Produced by the American network FX, a Disney-owned entity, the documentary covers the team`s progress and the learning curve for its new owners. While specific details are kept under wraps, the co-owners have committed to a hands-on approach, integrating themselves into the Wrexham community in North Wales.

Their regular social media updates featuring match footage and photos are expected to be incorporated into the series.

Episode Guide: Welcome to Wrexham

Season One Episodes

Season One consists of 18 episodes.

Episode Title Air Date
1 Dream August 24, 2022
2 Reality August 24, 2022
3 Rebuilding August 31, 2022
4 Home Opener August 31, 2022
5 Fearless September 7, 2022
6 Hamilton! September 7, 2022
7 Wide World of Wales September 14, 2022
8 Away We Go September 14, 2022
9 Welcome Home September 21, 2022
10 Hooligans September 28, 2022
11 Sack the Gaffer September 28, 2022
12 Wins and Losses October 5, 2022
13 Worst Team in the League October 5, 2022
14 A Hollywood Distraction October 5, 2022
15 Daggers October 5, 2022
16 Hello Wembley October 12, 2022
17 Wromance October 12, 2022
18 Do or Die October 12, 2022

Season Two Episodes

Season two aired starting September 12, 2023 (U.S.) / September 13 (UK).

Episode Title Air Date
1 Welcome Back to Wrexham September 12, 2023
2 The Quiet Zone September 19, 2023
3 Nott Yet September 19, 2023
4 Shaun`s Vacation September 26, 2023
5 First Losers September 26, 2023
6 Ballers October 3, 2023
7 Giant Killers October 10, 2023
8 The Grind October 17, 2023
9 Glove Triangle October 17, 2023
10 Gresford October 24, 2023
11 Yn Codi October 24, 2023
12 Hand of Foz October 31, 2023
13 Family Business November 7, 2023
14 Worst Case Scenario November 7, 2023
15 Up the Town? November 14, 2023

Season Three Episodes

FX confirmed a third season following the conclusion of Season 2 on November 14. The first episode premiered on May 2, 2024.

Episode No. Title Air Date
1 Welcome to the EFL May 2, 2024
2 Goals May 2, 2024
3 Notts Again May 9, 2024
4 Risky Business May 16, 2024
5 Temporary May 23, 2024
6 Far Away, So Close May 30, 2024
7 Proper Trouble June 6, 2024
8 Down to the Wire June 13, 2024

Season Four Episodes

The trailer for the fourth season was released on April 28, 2025. The season begins in May 2025.


Episode No. Title Air Date
1 TBA May 15, 2025
2 TBA May 15, 2025

Welcome to Wrexham Theme Songs

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The primary theme song for “Welcome to Wrexham” is the classic Buddy Holly track, `Everyday`, used at the beginning of most episodes.

For the first, second, and eighteenth episodes of season one, Bob Dylan`s `The Times They Are A-Changin``, covered by Keb Mo, serves as the opening theme.

Another notable song frequently featured in the show is `It's Always Sunny in Wrexham` by local band The Declan Swans.

Critical Reception: Welcome to Wrexham Reviews

“Welcome to Wrexham” has generally garnered positive reviews since its debut in summer 2022.

Reviewer Rating
IMDb 8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes 90%
Guardian 3/5
NME 4/5

Respected film and TV review sites IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes rate the series highly, with 8.3/10 and 90 percent approval, respectively. The Guardian praised the series as “soulful,” while The Hollywood Reporter highlighted the “warm fuzzy feeling” it evokes, particularly regarding the connection between the club`s owners and the fans.

The Week found the show “surprisingly touching,” and NME awarded it four out of five stars.

The popularity of the show has significantly boosted the club`s social media following and generated increased financial support through merchandise and kit sales.

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