S01E01 JuneBug
All eyes are on a young basketball sensation from Lansing, Michigan—dubbed “Magic”—the NBA’s 1979 first overall draft pick.
They Call Me Magic
The real story of a legend.
Overview
Earvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring candid interviews with teammates, rivals, family, friends, and more, this docuseries charts the life and career of a legend.
Episodes
S01E02 Buck
After clinching the 1980 NBA Championship, Magic’s popularity soars. But his personal life is turbulent, and new NBA rivals emerge.
S01E03 Earvin
Just as life is on the upswing, with marriage and a baby on the way, Magic receives an earth-shattering diagnosis that he’s contracted HIV.
S01E04 Magic
Fresh off the Dream Team’s historic win, Magic stages a comeback while evolving into a business powerhouse and nurturing a growing family.
Cast
Paul Westhead
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Jeanie Buss
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Magic Johnson
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Michael Cooper
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Jerry West
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Byron Scott
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Larry Bird
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
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Pat Riley
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Barack Obama
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Arsenio Hall
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Michael Jordan
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