Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

Name: Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2022-03-06
Cast: John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Jason Clarke, Adrien Brody, Gaby Hoffmann

CANCELED2 Seasons17 Episodes★ 7.7

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty is a drama and comedy series on HBO that ran from 2022 to 2023. It was canceled after 2 seasons and 17 episodes.

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NetworkHBO

First AiredMar 6, 2022

Last AiredSep 17, 2023

GenreDrama, Comedy

Created ByJim Hecht, Max Borenstein

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionHyperobject Industries, Jim Hecht Productions, Jason Shuman Productions

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Overview from TMDB

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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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

Seasons & Episodes2 seasons · 17 episodes

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Season two continues to explore the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers. This season hones in on the period just after the Finals in 1980 through 1984, culminating in the first professional rematch of the era.s greatest stars: Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.

E1One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

Aug 6, 202370m★ 4.4

1980. 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.

E2The Magic Is Back

Aug 13, 202347m★ 5.7

When 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.

E3The Second Coming

Aug 20, 202344m★ 5.8

In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.

E4The New World

Aug 27, 202352m★ 6.0

Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.

E5The Hamburger Hamlet

Sep 3, 202347m★ 5.5

After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.

E6"BEAT L.A."

Sep 10, 202347m★ 5.2

Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

E7What Is and What Should Never Be

Sep 17, 202362m★ 6.0

Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.

About Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty is a drama, comedy series on HBO. The show first aired on Mar 6, 2022 and currently has 2 seasons and 17 episodes. Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty has been canceled. It has a rating of 7.7/10 based on 194 votes. The cast includes John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Jason Clarke, Adrien Brody, Gaby Hoffmann. Created by Jim Hecht and Max Borenstein.