Jonah Lomu was rugby’s first global superstar, and for good reason - he was absolutely unstoppable. A sporting warrior who battled all odds to become the All Black’s youngest ever player, he was a superhuman talent who captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Ten years on from his untimely passing, and with exclusive access to his family, friends and teammates, LOMU is the definitive, final chapter on the greatest rugby player the world has ever known.
When Jonah got the ball, fans everywhere would sit on the edge of their seats. Kids were hushed, phones were left ringing, sausages were burnt and beers spilled. The first tackler never stood a chance. The question was rather, how many more could he carry over the line with him?
A 6ft 5 inch Togan warrior who could run one hundred meters in under eleven seconds, Jonah was an explosive, formidable athlete who quickly became a sporting legend, holding the record for the most tries scored in world cup history. But despite his gentle giant persona, his life was marred by tragedy, often forcing him to battle adversity and confront his inner demons as the public watched on. From acclaimed director Gavin Fitzgerald (Conor McGregor: Notorious), witness an intimate portrait of a once-in-a-generation athlete, “The Big Fella”, Jonah Lomu.
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Director Gavin FitzGerald & Vea Mafile'o
Year 2026
Duration
1h 46m
Language English, Tonga
Cast Dobbo Dobson, Jane Dent