Rugby followers could do worse than tune into The Code: Life with the HSBC Waratahs, an insightful eight-part documentary offering fans entry to the inner sanctum of the NSW franchise.

Producer Nick Piper takes viewers behind the scenes of the Super Rugby team as they prepare to take on the world's toughest provincial competition.

The Code is a refreshing look at the inner workings of a professional sporting team, the personalities within the squad and its quest for on-field glory.

Rather than sitting through countless scrum re-sets, upset losses to the Cheetahs and other drab games at the Sydney Football Stadium, the documentary reveals the personal journeys of several players as they experience the highs and lows that wins, defeats and injuries bring.

The Tahs hope that footage of tough prop Al Baxter at Nippers with his children, skipper Phil Waugh frolicking with his kids, Dave Dennis playing golf and Wallabies superstar Kurtley Beale focusing on aboriginal artwork rather than his famed footwork will bring fans closer to the team.

"Hopefully after they see this, the players won't seem so distant to fans who might feel more comfortable approaching them for an autograph or chat," Beale told AAP after Thursday night's premiere.

"Most of the guys had already seen it, but this was my first look and I was really impressed.

"I think it's important. Anything that can bring fans closer to the players is good."

The documentary, months in the making after production began during the pre-season, also highlights the lighter side of life at the Tahs, with several players proving real characters.

"It might open up a few acting opportunities for some of the guys," Beale said.

"Luke Burgess was my favourite. He had the Aviators (sunglasses) and all.

"But, really, we're like most other nine-to-five workers. We spend a lot of time at work, going to meetings, preparing for games, doing physio ...

"It's good that the fans can get to see this."

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