Episode 1
JuneBug
1h 1m8.0 / 10
All eyes are on a young basketball sensation from Lansing, Michigan—dubbed “Magic”—the NBA's 1979 first overall draft pick.
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Directed by Rick Famuyiwa
TV series
They Call Me Magic
2022TV-MA1 season7.2 / 10
The real story of a legend.
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.
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They Call Me Magic premiered April 21, 2022. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
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.
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Episode 2
Buck
59m8.0 / 10
After clinching the 1980 NBA Championship, Magic's popularity soars. But his personal life is turbulent, and new NBA rivals emerge.
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Directed by Rick Famuyiwa
Episode 3
Earvin
56m8.3 / 10
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.
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Directed by Rick Famuyiwa
Episode 4
Magic
1h8.7 / 10finale
Fresh off the Dream Team's historic win, Magic stages a comeback while evolving into a business powerhouse and nurturing a growing family.
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Directed by Rick Famuyiwa
Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026
Available now in United States
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More about They Call Me Magic
Cast
Paul WestheadSelf
Jeanie BussSelf
Magic JohnsonSelfMichael CooperSelf
Jerry WestSelf
Byron ScottSelf
Larry BirdSelf
Kareem Abdul-JabbarSelfProduction details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 4
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Apple TV
New Slate VenturesUnited States
XTRUnited States
h.wood MediaUnited States
Delirio FilmsUnited States
Themes
basketballlos angeles lakersnational basketball association (nba)profilesports documentary