Netflix has officially announced “Small Town Heart: The Scotty McCreery Story,” a new three-part documentary series celebrating the life and career of American country star Scotty McCreery. The series is slated to premiere December 1, 2025, exclusively on the streaming platform.
The series—titled “Small Town Heart: The Scotty McCreery Story”—promises an intimate, three-episode journey into McCreery’s rise from Garner, North Carolina, to national recognition as the Season 10 winner of American Idol in 2011. Viewers will explore the defining chapters of his life, from small-town roots to the Grand Ole Opry stage, featuring personal footage, concerts, and candid interviews.
Release Date & Format
The documentary is set to drop on December 1, 2025, giving fans an early winter gift as the music icon approaches holiday appearances and year-end chart milestones.
Episode Highlights
- Episode 1: “From Grocery Aisles to Idol Fame” dives into McCreery’s childhood playing guitar in North Carolina, his family’s influence, and the pivotal victory on American Idol at just 17.
- Episode 2: “Stuck Together—and Moving On” examines his early career challenges, the loss of his first record deal, and his triumphant return with the heartfelt No. 1 single “Five More Minutes.”
- Episode 3: “Same Truck, New Drive” focuses on his life today: balancing family, fatherhood, chart-topping albums like Seasons Change: Platinum Edition, life on tour, and his induction into the Grand Ole Opry. Viewers will also glimpse the upcoming Small Town Heart Tour and his heartfelt role as a modern country icon.
Behind the Camera
Directed by award‑winning documentarian Avery Jones (known for the acclaimed Heartland Rising), the series features exclusive access to McCreery’s archive and includes contributions from his family, longtime producer Frank Rogers, fellow artists, and prominent country figures like Garth Brooks and Josh Turner. Netflix describes the tone as “authentically soulful, quietly inspiring, and deeply personal.”
Scotty McCreery shared his excitement:
“I’ve always been proud of where I come from—just a guy with a guitar and a dream. ‘Small Town Heart’ is my chance to tell that story, from the highs to the lows, with the people who’ve been there all along.”
The documentary will stream globally on Netflix, offering longtime fans and newcomers alike a compelling portrait of a young man rooted in humility, strengthened by his community, and driven by enduring country storytelling.
Mark your calendars—“Small Town Heart: The Scotty McCreery Story” premieres December 1, 2025.
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