Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022)

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Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

20222 Seasons7.7

Drama, Comedy

TMDB7.7

Votes194

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Genre: Drama
Certificate: TV-MA
Origin: US

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Everybody wants a piece.

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.

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Status: Canceled
First aired: Mar 6, 2022
Network: HBO
Studio: Hyperobject Industries, Jim Hecht Productions

Time to finish

13 hrs

17 episodes. About 2 weeks at an hour a night.

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Cast

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

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SERIES

20222 Seasons7.7

Drama, Comedy

TMDB7.7

Votes194

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Genre: Drama
Certificate: TV-MA
Origin: US

About

Everybody wants a piece.

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HBO Max Amazon Channel

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Availability from JustWatch via TMDB.

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E1 · Airs Mar 6, 2022 · 59m · ★ 7.2
The Swan
1979. Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on the purchase of the NBA's lackluster Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the team's head coach, Jerry West, bristles at the prospect of drafting college phenom Earvin Johnson – who must decide if he's ready to live up to the mantle of his nickname: Magic.
E2 · Airs Mar 13, 2022 · 58m · ★ 6.4
Is That All There Is?
After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm fellow franchise owner of the Celtics, Red Auerbach. Meanwhile, Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat, and Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.
E3 · Airs Mar 20, 2022 · 54m · ★ 6.4
The Good Life
Leaving the Lakers to deal with the fallout of Coach West's shocking announcement, Buss travels to Las Vegas, and soon becomes entangled with a dangerous foe. Back in LA, Earvin finds himself alone in a new city, while former Laker Pat Riley seeks out a new place within the team.
E4 · Airs Mar 27, 2022 · 59m · ★ 6.1
Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney?
As the Lakers head to Palm Springs for the start of training camp, Buss finds himself in over his head financially, and the team's new coaches struggle to prove their vision for a groundbreaking method of play. Meanwhile, Jeanie works to bring her father's flair to the Forum.
E5 · Airs Apr 3, 2022 · 59m · ★ 7.1
Pieces of a Man
As the Lakers prepare for their season opener against the Clippers, an increasingly frustrated Kareem begins to doubt his place on the team – allowing Coach McKinney to stoke his growing rivalry with Earvin. Jeanie courts star talent for newly minted cheer squad, the Laker Girls, including a promising young dancer, Paula Abdul.
E6 · Airs Apr 10, 2022 · 56m · ★ 7.0
Memento Mori
Assistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he finds himself dealing with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly courted by corporate sponsors, Earvin consults a newfound financial advisor.
E7 · Airs Apr 17, 2022 · 58m · ★ 7.1
Invisible Man
While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing, before heading to Boston to square off against longtime rival Larry Bird.
E8 · Airs Apr 24, 2022 · 57m · ★ 6.2
California Dreaming
As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.
E9 · Airs May 1, 2022 · 59m · ★ 6.2
Acceptable Loss
As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.
E10 · Airs May 8, 2022 · 59m · ★ 7.6
Promised Land
Down two men and with the 1980 NBA Championship on the line, the outnumbered Lakers look to an unlikely source for inspiration. In Philly, Earvin faces off against his role-model-turned-rival Dr. J, while in LA, Haywood grapples with his own worst enemy: himself.

Details

Status: Canceled
First aired: Mar 6, 2022
Network: HBO
Studio: Hyperobject Industries, Jim Hecht Productions

Time to finish

13 hrs

17 episodes. About 2 weeks at an hour a night.

View on IMDb ↗

Cast

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

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