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Bill Russell: Legend

TV·2023–2023·1 season, 2 episodes·Netflix·Documentary

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Winningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this biographical documentary.

Castfull cast & details

Corey StollCorey StollSelf - Narrator (voice)Bill RussellBill RussellSelfOscar RobertsonOscar RobertsonSelf - Basketball Hall of FameStephen CurryStephen CurrySelf - 4 Time NBA Champion
Bob Ryan
Bob RyanSelf - Sportswriter, The Boston GlobeLarry BirdLarry BirdSelf - Boston Celtics 1979-92Magic JohnsonMagic JohnsonSelf - Basketball Hall of Fame
Satch Sanders
Satch SandersSelf - Boston Celtics 1960-73

Episodes by season

Season012Episodes2023Aired—Season avg
  1. S01E01Bill Russell: Legend S01E01Part 1February 8, 2023—As the Boston Celtics' star defender and a civil rights leader, Bill finds himself playing defense beyond the hardwood amid segregation and
  2. S01E02Bill Russell: Legend S01E02Part 2February 8, 2023—Between fierce opponents and injustice all around, Bill helps the Celtics cement their dynasty. A historic role change puts Bill in a posit

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