Players (2022)
"A season with the bad boys of gaming."
Synopsis
A pro League of Legends esports team pursues their first championship after years of close calls and heartache. To win it all, they will need their prodigy, a 17-year-old rookie, and their 27-year-old veteran to put their egos aside and work together.
Creator
Tony Yacenda, Dan Perrault, Joe Farrell
Network
Paramount+
Episodes
Creamcheese
New League of Legends pro recruit Organizm joins his favorite team: Fugitive, led by legacy player Creamcheese. The two clash during Organizm’s first professional match, establishing a new rivalry within one of the most promising teams in eSports.
Organizm
A visit to Organizm’s childhood home in Philadelphia helps illustrate the ambition and drive of a young player while the friction between Creamcheese and Organizm intensifies, with possibly disastrous consequences.
Braxton
As a founding member of Fugitive and former teammate of Creamcheese, current Coach Kyle Braxton takes his friend's walkout personally as he’s forced to entertain trade offers.
Ownership
In 2015, Fugitive Gaming earns their spot in the LCS after a win in the Relegation Series and immediately entertain ownership offers, including a convincing pitch from a co-owner of the Sacramento Kings, Nathan Resnick.
Guru
During the mid-season break, Creamcheese and Organizm are the two players left at the Fugitive House but hopes of building any camaraderie are dashed when Organizm agrees to appear on a controversial podcast hosted by former Fugitive player, Guru.
Nightfall
Nightfall helps to bridge the divide between Organizm and Creamcheese while potential new owners circle Fugitive Gaming.
Playoffs
Fugitive faces off against Dignitas and former teammate Frugger in the first playoff series under new owners, Blue Wynn Capital. Creamcheese attends his 10-year high school reunion.
Philadelphia
After a win in the LCS quarterfinals with Creamcheese and Organizm finally in sync, Fugitive travels to Philadelphia for the semi-finals. Conveniently near Organizm’s hometown, he bristles as his family and town revel in his success.
Finals
Fugitive competes in the LCS Finals against rival TSM, who beat them in the 2016 finals, now led by former teammate Foresite.
Yuumi
After an emotional and dramatic showing at the LCS Finals, Fugitive shifts their focus to the World Championship in Seoul.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Players
Status
Canceled
Seasons
1
Episodes
10
Production
CBS Studios, 3 Arts Entertainment, Brillstein Entertainment Partners
