UFC Embedded TV Series (2014)

About UFC Embedded

UFC Embedded is a reality television series and documentary produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). It debuted in 2014. The series offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the fighters and events of the UFC. It captures intense moments of the pre-fight week, including training, weight cut, and pre-fight jitters, offering fans unprecedented access to the lives and preparation of their favorite fighters.

Making / Production

The series is produced by UFC itself, with Conor McGregor’s “Notorious” documentarian, Gavin Fitzgerald, among others. Each episode is typically shot in the week leading up to a UFC event, depicting the fighters’ arrivals, media obligations, workouts, and weight cuts, before concluding with the actual fights.

Actors

• Conor McGregor as Himself - McGregor is portrayed as the charismatic and high-spirited fighter, making his personal and professional journey an interesting watch.
• Dana White as Himself - UFC president Dana White, comes across as the powerful and passionate organizer of the events.
• Amanda Nunes as Herself - Nunes's episodes portray her as a dedicated and composed contender.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series sometimes film in the fighter's home countries, offering a glimpse into their personal life and background.
• Conor McGregor’s popularity often led to his episodes being the most viewed of the series.

Quotes

• "I’m not here to take part, I’m here to take over." - Conor McGregor
• "Fighting is the best thing a man can do." - Nick Diaz
• "I fight for legacy, I fight for my family." - Amanda Nunes

Music, Soundtrack

• The series typically uses a high adrenaline, action-focused soundtrack to match the intensity of the UFC events.
• Often, licensed tracks from popular music artists are utilized, which range from hip hop to rock, depending on the theme of the episode.