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Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
A fast-break series chronicling the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of sports' most revered and dominant dynasties — a team that defined an era, both on and off the court.
- Created by:
- Jim Hecht, Max Borenstein
- Cast:
- John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Jason Clarke, Adrien Brody
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- HBO
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Seasons
Season 2
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 4.4One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
2023-08-06 · 70m1980. As the Lakers' post-victory season begins, a laser-focused Jerry Buss shores up his all-star roster – and his relationship with his children. Later, a catastrophic injury threatens the team's chance at defending their title.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 5.7The Magic Is Back
2023-08-13 · 47mWhen Earvin’s return threatens the Lakers’ new "system," Pat Riley and Jerry West push for a risky trade. While Coach Westhead fights for his team, Jeanie clashes with her brothers, and a melancholy Buss attempts to court a figure from his past.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 5.8The Second Coming
2023-08-20 · 44mIn the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 6.0The New World
2023-08-27 · 52mDespite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 5.5The Hamburger Hamlet
2023-09-03 · 47mAfter making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 5.2"BEAT L.A."
2023-09-10 · 47mFollowing a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 6.0What Is and What Should Never Be
2023-09-17 · 62mTensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.
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John C. Reilly
Jerry Buss
Quincy Isaiah
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson
Jason Clarke
Jerry West
Adrien Brody
Pat Riley
Gaby Hoffmann
Claire Rothman
Jason Segel
Paul Westhead
