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They Call Me Magic

The real story of a legend.

7.3/ 102022Episode runtime

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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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The cast

Faces behind the story

Paul Westhead

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Jeanie Buss

Jeanie Buss

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Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson

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Michael Cooper

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Jerry West

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Byron Scott

Byron Scott

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Larry Bird

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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