TV-MA
2022
Sports
Drama
California Dreaming
Season 1, Episode 8
: As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star Game. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a shocking truth.
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About the Series
Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
A fast-break series chronicling the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of the sports world's most revered and dominant dynasties -- a team that defined an era both on and off the court.
SEASON EPISODES FROM EXISTING SERIES ENDPOINT
Episodes
1. The Swan
Businessman Jerry Buss bets it all on the lackluster Los Angeles Lakers – and rookie phenom Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
2. Is That All There Is?
As Buss attempts to connect with a fellow franchise owner, Coach West and Claire face near impossible mandates, and Earvin looks for love.
3. The Good Life
As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.
4. Who the F**k Is Jack Mckinney?
While training in Palm Springs, the introduction of a new playing style threatens to further divide an already fractured Lakers franchise.
5. Pieces of a Man
While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
6. Memento Mori
Tragedy strikes the Lakers coaching staff, adding to Buss' mounting list of professional, personal and financial problems.
7. Invisible Man
As the Lakers hit the road, Dr. Buss makes a dangerous bid with Coach Westhead, and Earvin's rivalry with Larry Bird is put to the test.
8. California Dreaming
McKinney's potential return threatens Paul and Pat's increasingly successful status quo, while Earvin and Buss each face shocking truths.
9. Acceptable Loss
As the play-offs near, Buss enlists West's help for a fateful decision. Later, Kareem gives Haywood an ultimatum.
10. Promised Land
The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
SEASON EPISODES FROM NEW GETSEASON ENDPOINT
Episodes
1. The Swan
Businessman Jerry Buss bets it all on the lackluster Los Angeles Lakers – and rookie phenom Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
2. Is That All There Is?
As Buss attempts to connect with a fellow franchise owner, Coach West and Claire face near impossible mandates, and Earvin looks for love.
3. The Good Life
As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.
4. Who the F**k Is Jack Mckinney?
While training in Palm Springs, the introduction of a new playing style threatens to further divide an already fractured Lakers franchise.
5. Pieces of a Man
While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
6. Memento Mori
Tragedy strikes the Lakers coaching staff, adding to Buss' mounting list of professional, personal and financial problems.
7. Invisible Man
As the Lakers hit the road, Dr. Buss makes a dangerous bid with Coach Westhead, and Earvin's rivalry with Larry Bird is put to the test.
8. California Dreaming
McKinney's potential return threatens Paul and Pat's increasingly successful status quo, while Earvin and Buss each face shocking truths.
9. Acceptable Loss
As the play-offs near, Buss enlists West's help for a fateful decision. Later, Kareem gives Haywood an ultimatum.
10. Promised Land
The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
Season 1, Episode 8 - California Dreaming
Starring:
John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Jason Clarke, Adrien Brody, Gaby Hoffmann, Tracy Letts, Jason Segel, Julianne Nicholson, Hadley Robinson, DeVaughn Nixon, Solomon Hughes, Tamera Tomakili, Brett Cullen, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Spencer Garrett, Sarah Ramos, Molly Gordon, Joey Brooks, Delante Desouza, Jimel Atkins, Austin Aaron, Jon Young, Rob Morgan, Sally Field, Wood Harris, Gillian Jacobs, James Lesure, Sean Patrick Small, David Purdham, Andy Hirsch, Natalia Cordova-Buckley, Naomi C. Walley
Directors:
Payman Benz, Adam McKay
Writers:
Max Borenstein, Rodney Barnes
Producers:
Adam McKay, Kevin Messick, Max Borenstein, Scott Stephens, Jason Shuman, Jim Hecht, Rodney Barnes, Peter Feldman, Bruce Dunn, Doug Ornstein, Hank Corwin, Don Phillip Smith
Created By:
Max Borenstein, Jim Hecht
Based on Source Material By:
Jeff Pearlman
Release Year:
2022
Rating Information:
TV-MA
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