Netflix is expanding its slate of sports documentaries with Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing, a three-part docu-series premiering February 1, 2026.
The series follows some of the world’s most accomplished ice dance teams as they prepare for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, offering a behind-the-scenes look at one of figure skating’s most demanding disciplines.
The announcement arrives with the debut of official key art, a sneak peek, and a full trailer, confirming the release date, featured athletes, and creative team. Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing continues Netflix’s collaboration with the International Olympic Committee, following previous Olympic-themed documentaries tied to the Paris 2024 Games.
Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing Release Date and Format
Netflix has confirmed that Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing will premiere worldwide on February 1, 2026. The series consists of three episodes, each running approximately 45 minutes.
All episodes will be available to stream at launch.
Watch the Trailer
What the Series Covers
According to Netflix’s official synopsis, Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing explores the competitive world of international ice dance, focusing on the partnerships that define the sport. These include both romantic and platonic pairings, built over years of training, competition, and shared ambition.
The series documents how elite teams balance technical precision, performance demands, and personal relationships as they compete head-to-head during the Olympic qualifying cycle.
Each episode follows the athletes on and off the ice as they prepare for the 2026 Winter Games, capturing the realities of training, travel, and competition.
Netflix describes the series as a high-stakes look at ice dance, centered on dedication, partnership, and the pressure of Olympic expectations.
Watch a Sneak Peek
Featured Ice Dance Teams
The docu-series follows three of the sport’s most prominent teams, representing the United States, Canada, and France:
- Madison Chock & Evan Bates (United States)
- Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier (Canada)
- Guillaume Cizeron & Laurence Fournier Beaudry (France)
Each pair is followed through competitions and preparation as they move toward the Olympic season.
Creative Team and Production Partners
Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing is directed by Katie Walsh.
The executive producer team includes Giselle Parets, Gotham Chopra, Ameeth Sankaran, Victor Buhler, Yiannis Exarchos, JT Taylor, Kostas Karvelas, Anne-Sophie Voumard, Jérôme Parmentier, David Herren, and Adam Christian Clark.
The series is produced by Religion of Sports and the Olympic Channel, marking a joint production between the two.
Part of Netflix’s Olympic Documentary Lineup
Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing continues Netflix’s creative collaboration with the International Olympic Committee. The partnership previously produced several Olympian-led documentary projects connected to the Paris 2024 Games, including athlete-focused series and feature-length documentaries.
Netflix has confirmed that Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing is directly tied to the lead-up to the 2026 Winter Olympics, offering context ahead of the Games rather than retrospective coverage.
Watching the Athletes Compete at Milano Cortina
Following the series’ release, viewers can watch the featured ice dance teams compete at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina, which begin with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, February 6, 2026.
In the United States, Olympic coverage will be available on NBC and Peacock, with international broadcasts handled by local rights-holders.
The Posters
Key Details: Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing
- Release date: February 1, 2026
- Platform: Netflix
- Format: 3 episodes (45 minutes each)
- Series type: Sports documentary
- Featured athletes: Madison Chock & Evan Bates; Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier; Guillaume Cizeron & Laurence Fournier Beaudry
- Director: Katie Walsh
- Production companies: Religion of Sports, Olympic Channel
- Olympic tie-in: Road to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina