Get ready to relive the thrilling basketball moments of the past as HBO’s original drama series, Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty returns for its highly anticipated second season. Starting Sunday, August 6 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and available for streaming on HBO Max, the seven-episode season will continue delving into the captivating lives of the iconic 1980s Los Angeles Lakers.
Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty Season 2 Trailer
In the upcoming season of Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty, viewers will be taken on a riveting journey through the period immediately following the 1980 Finals up until 1984. This pivotal era will be explored, highlighting the professional triumphs and personal challenges faced by the Lakers. The season reaches its climax with an epic showdown between two basketball legends: Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, marking the first professional rematch of the era’s greatest stars.
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The cast of Season Two is a powerhouse ensemble, featuring talents such as John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Adrien Brody, Jason Clarke, Gaby Hoffmann, Jason Segel, Hadley Robinson, DeVaughn Nixon, Solomon Hughes, Tamera Tomakili, Brett Cullen, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Spencer Garrett, Molly Gordon, Joey Brooks, Delante Desouza, Jimel Atkins, Austin Aaron, McCabe Slye, Thomas Mann, Gillian Jacobs, along with Michael Chiklis and Rob Morgan.
Behind the scenes, the creative team continues to excel in bringing this captivating story to life. Executive producers Adam McKay and Kevin Messick, from Hyperobject Industries, ensure a seamless production. Showrunner, executive producer, writer, and co-creator Max Borenstein delivers his creative genius, supported by executive producers Scott Stephens, Jim Hecht (who also serves as a writer and co-creator), Rodney Barnes, and Jason Shuman. The talented Salli Richardson-Whitfield takes on the role of executive producer and director for three pivotal episodes (1, 6, and 7).
Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty has quickly become a fan-favorite series, capturing the essence of one of basketball’s most storied eras. This second season promises to elevate the drama, intensity, and nostalgia that fans have come to expect.
Don’t miss out on the electrifying return of Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty on August 6, 2023. Tune in to HBO or stream it on HBO Max to witness the gripping tales and memorable moments of the legendary Los Angeles Lakers. Get ready for a slam dunk of a season that will leave fans on the edge of their seats, reliving the magic of basketball history.
About Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty Season 2
Release Date: August 6, 2023
Creators: Max Borenstein, Jim Hecht
Showrunner: Max Borenstein
Executive Producers: producers Adam McKay and Kevin Messick for Hyperobject Industries,Max Borenstein, Scott Stephens, Jim Hecth, Rodney Barnes, Salli Richardson-Whitfield, Jason Shuman
Cast: John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Adrien Brody, Jason Clarke, Gaby Hoffmann, Jason Segel, Hadley Robinson, DeVaughn Nixon, Solomon Hughes, Tamera Tomakili, Brett Cullen, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Spencer Garrett, Molly Gordon, Joey Brooks, Delante Desouza, Jimel Atkins, Austin Aaron, McCabe Slye, Thomas Mann, Gillian Jacobs, with Michael Chiklis and Rob Morgan.
Logline
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.
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Source: HBO
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