Storyline

This docuseries captures the remarkable rise and unprecedented success of one of the most dominant and iconic franchises in professional sports. Featuring exclusive access to the Buss Family and probing, revealing interviews with players, coaches, and front office execs, this series chronicles this extraordinary story from the inside – told only by the people who lived it.

First Aired

2022-08-15
Last Aired

2022-10-10
Creator
Genre

Documentary
Seasons

1
Episodes

10
Status

Ended
Language

English
Network

Hulu

Keywords:

los angeles lakers

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Season 1

1. Episode 1

Real estate mogul Dr. Jerry Buss buys the Lakers, drafts rookie sensation Magic Johnson, and welcomes ...More

Real estate mogul Dr. Jerry Buss buys the Lakers, drafts rookie sensation Magic Johnson, and welcomes his kids into the family business. Facing dramatic setbacks and shocking turns, the team captivates fans as Dr. Buss’s approach changes the NBA forever.Less

60mins 2022-08-15

2. Episode 2

After Magic Johnson shocks the media and asks to be traded, Dr. Buss does damage control. As the team ...More

After Magic Johnson shocks the media and asks to be traded, Dr. Buss does damage control. As the team welcomes a new coach and vital role-players who cement Showtime, the Buss kids juggle more responsibilities – and pressures – for the family business.Less

62mins 2022-08-15

3. Episode 3

Dr. Buss, a self-made man from a broken home and humble beginnings, is shocked when his eldest son qui...More

Dr. Buss, a self-made man from a broken home and humble beginnings, is shocked when his eldest son quits the family business. After trade rumors upset the team, Dr. Buss qualms concerns and the team gets back on track. But their legendary streak ends.Less

54mins 2022-08-22

4. Episode 4

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar retires, creating doubts about the team’s future. As the Buss kids pull away from ...More

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar retires, creating doubts about the team’s future. As the Buss kids pull away from their dad in business and life, coach Riley becomes distracted by fame. The team soldiers on – until tragic news shocks the franchise and the world.Less

48mins 2022-08-29

5. Episode 5

A new era dawns, as gangsta rap explodes and the Lakers draft a gritty point guard who embodies the cu...More

A new era dawns, as gangsta rap explodes and the Lakers draft a gritty point guard who embodies the cultural shift. As Dr. Buss struggles to rebuild, his kids return to The Forum. Magic also returns, right before the franchise finds its next superstars.Less

60mins 2022-09-05

6. Episode 6

Expectations build when Dr. Buss' new superstar comes to Hollywood, and a teen rookie makes bold claim...More

Expectations build when Dr. Buss' new superstar comes to Hollywood, and a teen rookie makes bold claims; as the family business grows, Dr. Buss' kids all get promotions; business and family become more entwined than ever when an iconic coach enters.Less

59mins 2022-09-12

7. Episode 7

A major front office change threatens the team’s chances of making history. Dr. Buss’s eldest son seek...More

A major front office change threatens the team’s chances of making history. Dr. Buss’s eldest son seeks to impress his father, while family tensions brew. Meanwhile, the Lakers weather shocking off-court drama to chase another title.Less

54mins 2022-09-19

8. Episode 8

A retooled lineup and new coach attempt to live up to the Laker legacy, as Kobe Bryant shoots for the ...More

A retooled lineup and new coach attempt to live up to the Laker legacy, as Kobe Bryant shoots for the record books. But he won’t be content until they win another title. Meanwhile, Dr. Buss empowers his son Jimmy to assume more power in the franchise.Less

48mins 2022-09-26

9. Episode 9

An aging Dr. Buss cements his legacy, while the franchise seeks another historic title amid dysfunctio...More

An aging Dr. Buss cements his legacy, while the franchise seeks another historic title amid dysfunction on and off the court. A dramatic and emotional loss puts the franchise and family into unprecedented disarray.Less

57mins 2022-10-03

10. Episode 10

Jeanie Buss encounters upheaval in her personal and professional life as she struggles to balance runn...More

Jeanie Buss encounters upheaval in her personal and professional life as she struggles to balance running a family and a business. As she attempts to find equilibrium, the events of 2020 throw the franchise, and the world, into chaos.Less