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1. The Doctor (2013 TV Movie)
Documentary
This was an NBA original documentary (first aired on NBA TV). It follows Julius Erving throughout his ABA and NBA career, as well as his (sometimes heartbreaking) personal life.
Director: Zak Levitt | Stars: Tiny Archibald, Larry Bird, Chuck D, Darryl Dawkins
Votes: 179
2. NBA Hardwood Classics (1992– )
56 min | Sport
Coverage of various classic games from the many NBA All Stars to have played on the court, ranging from historic milestones to NBA Championship games.
Stars: Larry Bird, Boston Celtics, Magic Johnson, Los Angeles Lakers
Votes: 24
3. The Dream Team (2012)
68 min | Documentary, Sport
A documentary going in depth about the creation and success of the greatest basketball team ever created. The Dream Team. Takes place in the 92 Olympics, where team USA and it's eleven Hall... See full summary »
Director: Zak Levitt | Stars: Charles Barkley, Larry Bird, Clyde Drexler, Patrick Ewing
Votes: 984
4. Basketball Man (2007 Video)
100 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
The life and legacy of Dr. James Naismith, inventor of the game of basketball and its 13 original rules, is told through the mission of his grandson, Ian, who travels the country in an RV, ... See full summary »
Director: Burt Kearns | Stars: Carmelo Anthony, Red Auerbach, Rick Barry, Jerry Colangelo
Votes: 32
5. Greatest Moments in NBA History (2006 Video)
TV-G | 70 min | Documentary, Sport
GREATEST MOMENTS in NBA HISTORY is a 2006 sports documentary narrated by Andre Aldridge that highlights the greatest moments that have occurred over the course of the league's history.
Director: Jim Podhoretz | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Danny Ainge, Andre Aldridge, Gilbert Arenas
Votes: 9
6. SkyWalker: The David Thompson Story (2004 TV Movie)
46 min | Documentary, Sport
Following the life and career of basketball hall of famer David Thompson
Director: Rick Clemens | Stars: Michael Jordan, Bill Walton, Julius Erving, David Thompson
Votes: 34
7. Ultimate Jordan (2001 Video)
330 min | Documentary, Sport
His ultimate moves, dunks, shots and his five greatest games games ever.
Stars: Charles Barkley, Jack Haley, Phil Jackson, Magic Johnson
Votes: 458
8. Michael Jordan to the Max (2000)
Not Rated | 46 min | Documentary, Sport
A documentary that follows Michael Jordan's basketball career, stint in baseball, and his last championship season with the Chicago Bulls in 1998.
Directors: Don Kempf, James D. Stern | Stars: Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Doug Collins, Bob Greene
Votes: 2,365 | Gross: $18.64M
9. NBA 100 Greatest Plays (1999 Video)
TV-Y7 | 53 min | Documentary, Sport
NBA's 100 Greatest Plays attempts to condense 54 years of highlights into the 100 greatest plays ever. The video features ten plays in each of ten categories: Dunks, Alley-oops, Assists, ... See full summary »
Director: Jim Podhoretz | Stars: Red Auerbach, Charles Barkley, Larry Bird, Bob Costas
Votes: 29
10. Michael Jordan: His Airness (1999 Video)
Not Rated | 55 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
From his days as a child in North Carolina to his retirement from the Chicago Bulls in 1999, His Airness takes you on a journey through Michael Jordan's career.
Director: Larry Weitzman | Stars: Will Lyman, Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Larry Bird
Votes: 661
11. Michael Jordan, Above and Beyond (1996 Video)
Not Rated | 54 min | Documentary, Sport
On October 6, 1993, Michael Jordan shocked the world by announcing his retirement from the NBA. After leading the Chicago Bulls to three consecutive NBA Championships, Michael felt that he ... See full summary »
Stars: Eriq La Salle, Phil Jackson, Magic Johnson, John Paxson
Votes: 326
12. Michael Jordan: Air Time (1993 Video)
Not Rated | 50 min | Documentary, Sport
"Michael Jordan: Air Time" documents Jordan and the Chicago Bulls' 1991-92 season, including Jordan dealing with his friend and rival Magic Johnson's retirement announcement, gambling ... See full summary »
Stars: Magic Johnson, Charles Barkley, Mark Giangreco, Michael Jordan
Votes: 427
13. Playground (1990 Video)
Not Rated | 42 min | Documentary, Short
This made-for-video production mixes highlights of Michael Jordan from the '80s with a fantasy storyline of a high school teen named Walt, who has been cut from his basketball team. ... See full summary »
Director: Zack Snyder | Stars: Michael Jordan, Tyrin Turner, Christopher Reid, Christopher Martin
Votes: 634
14. Michael Jordan: Come Fly with Me (1989 Video)
Not Rated | 42 min | Documentary, Short, Sport
Get an inside look at Michael at home, on the golf course and in the air. Features rare footage from his days at the University of North Carolina. Relive spectacular highlights from his NBA... See full summary »
Director: David Gavant | Stars: Michael Jordan, Jay Thomas
Votes: 566
15. He Got Game (1998)
R | 136 min | Drama, Sport
A basketball player's father must try to convince him to go to a college so he can get a shorter sentence.
Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Denzel Washington, Milla Jovovich, Ray Allen, Rosario Dawson
Votes: 51,475 | Gross: $21.55M
16. The Carter Effect (2017)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Sport
In his latest documentary, Sean Menard gives viewers an unprecedented look at Vince Carter: the six-foot-six, eight-time NBA All-Star from Daytona Beach who made waves in the Canadian basketball scene when he joined the Raptors in 1998.
Director: Sean Menard | Stars: David Stern, Drake, Steve Nash, Director X
Votes: 2,509
17. The Last Dance (2020)
TV-MA | 49 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Led by Michael Jordan, the 1990s Chicago Bulls establish themselves as one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.
Stars: Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Scottie Pippen, David Aldridge
Votes: 152,335
18.
30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode:
Rodman: For Better or Worse
(2019)
TV-G | 102 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The unfettered and definitive look at the life and career of Dennis Rodman.
Director: Todd Kapostasy | Stars: Jamie Foxx, Jade Willey, Allan Wayne Anderson, Rielle Escalera
Votes: 901
19. Iverson (2014)
Not Rated | 106 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Iverson is the ultimate legacy of NBA legend Allen Iverson, who rose from a childhood of crushing poverty in Hampton, Virginia, to become an 11-time NBA All-Star and universally recognized ... See full summary »
Director: Zatella Beatty | Stars: Allen Iverson, Tom Brokaw, Larry Brown, Dwyane Wade
Votes: 4,095
20. Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022–2023)
TV-MA | 59 min | Biography, Drama, Sport
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.
Stars: John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Jason Clarke, Gaby Hoffmann
Votes: 29,074
21.
Untold (2021– )
Episode:
Malice at the Palace
(2021)
TV-MA | 68 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
A brawl broke out near the end of a game between the Indiana Pacers and the Detroit Pistons on November 19, 2004. Nearly 17 years later, we re-examine that night and all the consequences that came from it.
Director: Floyd Russ | Stars: Jermaine O'Neal, Stephen Jackson, Metta World Peace, Reggie Miller
Votes: 9,810
22.
Untold (2021– )
Episode:
The Rise and Fall of AND1
(2022)
TV-MA | 68 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Inspired by New York City streetball, influential brand AND1 turned local legends on the court into international icons. So why did it come to an end?
Director: Kevin Wilson Jr. | Stars: Rafer Alston, Tom Austin, Seth Berger, Grayson Boucher
Votes: 2,843
23.
Untold (2021– )
Episode:
Operation Flagrant Foul
(2022)
TV-MA | 76 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Years after serving time for betting on games he officiated, former NBA referee Tim Donaghy revisits the scandal that shook up the league.
Director: David Terry Fine | Stars: Tim Donaghy, Matt Maltepes
Votes: 2,444
24. The Redeem Team (2022)
TV-MA | 97 min | Documentary, History, Sport
Follows the story of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball team and how "The Redeem Team" set a new standard for American basketball.
Director: Jon Weinbach | Stars: LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, Carlos Boozer
Votes: 11,276
25. Doin' It in the Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (2012)
83 min | Documentary, History, Sport
An independent documentary directed by Bobbito Garcia and Kevin Couliau. The film explores the definition, history, culture, social impact and global influence of New York's outdoor summer ... See full summary »
Directors: Kevin Couliau, Bobbito Garcia | Stars: Kenny Anderson, Niki Avery, Raphael Alexander Edwards, Julius Erving
Votes: 358
26. Untitled Bill Russell/Netflix Documentary (2023)
TV-MA | 200 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Features interviews and personal archives from the life and career of NBA legend Bill Russell.
Stars: Larry Bird, Satch Sanders, Bill Walton, Jeannine Russell
Votes: 1,585
27. Goliath (2023– )
TV-14 | Documentary, Biography, Sport
The life of Wilt Chamberlain and his contribution to American history, emerging on the national scene as a high school student in the 1950s until his death in 1999, with his cultural impact in power, money, race, sex and politics.
Stars: Kevin Garnett, Jemele Hill, Pat Riley, Bob Ryan
Votes: 179
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