They Call Me Magic
They Call Me Magic

They Call Me Magic (2022)

"The real story of a legend."

7.2 (21 votes)
1 Season
April 21, 2022
English
Documentary

Synopsis

Earvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring interviews with President Obama, Larry Bird, Pat Riley, and more, this docuseries charts the life and career of a legend.

Creator

Bryn Mooser, Christina McLarty Arquette, Jeremy Allen

Network

Apple TV

Episodes

JuneBug
E1

JuneBug

Apr 21, 2022
61 min
8.0

All eyes are on a young basketball sensation from Lansing, Michigan—dubbed “Magic”—the NBA's 1979 first overall draft pick.

Buck
E2

Buck

Apr 21, 2022
59 min
8.0

After clinching the 1980 NBA Championship, Magic's popularity soars. But his personal life is turbulent, and new NBA rivals emerge.

Earvin
E3

Earvin

Apr 21, 2022
56 min
8.3

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.

Magic
E4

Magic

Apr 21, 2022
60 min
8.7

Fresh off the Dream Team's historic win, Magic stages a comeback while evolving into a business powerhouse and nurturing a growing family.

Cast

Trailer

Details

Original Title

They Call Me Magic

Status

Ended

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Production

New Slate Ventures, XTR, h.wood Media