Topic: Basketball

Direction Jason Hehir

Cast Michael Jordan · Phil Jackson · Scottie Pippen · Dennis Rodman

Synopsis The Last Dance (TV Miniseries) (2020) is a captivating 10-episode series that delves into the life and career of basketball legend Michael Jordan, focusing on the 1990s Chicago Bulls dynasty. Produced by ESPN Films and Netflix, the documentary offers an...

Direction Jim Podhoretz

Synopsis Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies (TV Miniseries) (2017) delves into the enduring animosity between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers, tracing the intense competition that persisted even after the iconic 1984 NBA Finals and the retirement of legendary figures like...

Direction Michael Tolajian

Cast Vlade Divac

Synopsis 30 for 30: Once Brothers (TV) (2010) explores the compelling story of Dražen Petrović and Vlade Divac, two childhood friends united by their love for basketball. Together, they propelled the Yugoslavian National team to unprecedented success. Their journey led them...

Direction Takehiko Inoue

Synopsis The First Slam Dunk (2022) chronicles the journey of Ryota Miyagi, a 17-year-old boy who, after losing his older brother Sota in his youth, is driven to fulfill Sota's unfulfilled dream of becoming a basketball star.

Direction Ezra Edelman

Cast Magic Johnson · Larry Bird

Cast Michael Jordan · Charles Barkley · Jack Haley · Phil Jackson

Direction Jonathan Hock

Synopsis Survive and Advance (Ep) (2013) chronicles the extraordinary journey of the 1983 NC State Wolfpack, led by coach Jim Valvano, as they navigated a grueling post-season schedule filled with nine overtime and one-point games. The team, considered underdogs, faced and...

Direction Luis Mora

Cast Pau Gasol · Marc Gasol · Ricky Rubio · Rudy Fernández

Direction Steve James

Synopsis Hoop Dreams (1994) chronicles the extraordinary journey of two young men from the inner city who aspire to achieve the seemingly impossible—professional basketball fame. This compelling documentary, shot over five years, tracks the lives of Arthur Agee and William Gates...

Direction Max Borenstein · Jim Hecht · Salli Richardson-Whitfield · Tanya Hamilton

Cast John C. Reilly · Quincy Isaiah · Jason Clarke · Gaby Hoffmann

Synopsis Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (TV Miniseries) (2022) chronicles the epic journey of the Los Angeles Lakers as they ascended to become the preeminent professional basketball team of the 1980s. This gripping series delves into the behind-the-scenes...

Direction Zak Levitt

Cast Isaiah Thomas · Bill Laimbeer · Dennis Rodman · Joe Dumars

Synopsis Bad Boys (TV) (2014) delves into the intense world of the Detroit Pistons during the late 1980s and early 1990s, a team known for their aggressive and unyielding approach to the game. This documentary explores how their relentless pursuit of...

Direction Antoine Fuqua

Cast Rory Cochrane · Edwin Hodge · Danny Burstein · Austin Aaron

Synopsis Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers (TV Miniseries) (2022) delves into the rich tapestry of the iconic Los Angeles Lakers NBA team, tracing their journey from their inception to their current status as one of the most celebrated...

Direction Christian Rémoli

Cast Emanuel Ginóbili

Direction Zak Levitt

Cast Michael Jordan · Charles Barkley · Larry Bird · Clyde Drexler

Synopsis The Dream Team (TV) (2012) is a 60-minute documentary that delves into the legacy of the iconic 1992 USA Olympic basketball team. Known as one of the most exceptional teams in sports history, this film commemorates their 20th anniversary by...

Direction Nelson George

Cast Magic Johnson · Larry Bird · Pat Riley · Karl Malone

Synopsis ESPN Films Presents: The Announcement (TV) (2012) delves into the significant moment when legendary basketball player Magic Johnson revealed his HIV-positive status to the public. The documentary explores the immediate reactions and long-term impacts of this groundbreaking announcement, highlighting Johnson's...

Direction Zak Levitt

Cast Julius Erving · Michael Jordan · Larry Bird

Synopsis The Doctor (TV) (2013) presents an in-depth exploration of Julius "Dr. J" Erving's extraordinary life and career, from his formative years in New York to his impactful tenure in the ABA, where he was a cornerstone player. The documentary delves...

Direction Greg Whiteley · Adam Leibowitz · Daniel McDonald

Synopsis Last Chance U: Basketball (TV Series) (2021) delves into the raw and unfiltered reality of the community college basketball scene. This series offers an intimate and authentic glimpse into the lives of players and coaches, showcasing the challenges, triumphs, and...

Direction Kristopher Belman

Cast LeBron James

Synopsis More Than a Game (2008) is a compelling documentary that delves into the lives of five promising young basketball players—LeBron James, Dru Joyce III, Romeo Travis, Sian Cotton, and Willie McGee—and their coach, Dru Joyce II. The film chronicles their...

Direction Bobbito Garcia · Kevin Couliau

Synopsis Doin' It in the Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (2012) delves into the rich history, vibrant culture, and profound social influence of New York City's summer basketball scene, celebrated globally as the ultimate "Mecca" of the sport. In the heart of...

Direction Marc Pons

Cast Pau Gasol · Marc Gasol · Antoni Daimiel · Derek Fisher