Episode 1
I Promise
LeBron James brings his vision to life with the opening of the I Promise school. For the students, a new school year brings about new hopes and dreams.
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TV series
I Promise
20201 season
An intimate look inside the highs and lows of year one at LeBron James’ I Promise School, serving the most at-risk students and families in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
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Not streaming in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
I Promise premiered April 6, 2020. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
An intimate look inside the highs and lows of year one at LeBron James’ I Promise School, serving the most at-risk students and families in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
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Episode 2
We Are Family
I Promise faculty share their community approach: making sure students learn, eat well, and helping parents get their GEDs.
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Trust
Bonds are formed and trust established in the “I Promise” circle: a place where students can share and learn about their feelings.
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Misfits
Third-grader Dae’Shaunna and other students struggle to learn while coping with traumatic home lives.
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Honeymoon's Over
For the faculty, the realities of dealing with students suffering from trauma hits hard.
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It Starts With Us
The fall test is here. For the faculty, that means providing support to the anxious students.
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Focus
The poor fall test results forces the I Promise teachers to change their approach to reading.
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Got Your Back
When fourth-grader Vincent becomes a bullying target, the other students come together to defend him.
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Stories Like These
As Nate and Scout make immense progress in school, the students embark on their first field trip.
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I'm Famous
As a reward for their hard work, the students are treated to a surprise guest: LeBron.
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Training Camp
When at-home suspension presents more problems than solutions, the school devises an in-house alternative for misbehaving students.
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Red Zone
To encourage students to take charge of their emotions, the school teaches them mood-regulating techniques.
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The Test
Spring test day has arrived. And the students of I Promise are ready. But how will they fare this time?
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LeBron James