Magic Johnson
Magic Johnson is a former professional basketball player known for his extraordinary skills as a point guard. He gained fame as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, winning multiple NBA championships. Johnson is recognized for his charismatic personality and leadership on the court, and... Read More
Known for
The Last Dance (2024)
A debt-ridden wedding planner inadvertently becomes a successful funeral planner. However, he must convince a traditional Taoist priest of his legitimacy to continue operating...
Are We Done Yet? (2007)
Newlyweds Nick and Suzanne decide to move to the suburbs to provide a better life for their two kids. But their idea of a...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Jerry West: The LogoHe built dynasties, broke barriers, and became the silhouette that defines the game. But beneath Jerry West's legendary NBA legacy... |
Self | |
| 2026 |
Utah in the ’70sTake a trip back to Utah in the ’70s, when a new emerging culture clashed with tradition and institution. More... |
Himself (archival footage) | |
| 2025 |
We Beat the Dream TeamDiscover the little-known story of a group of college basketball players who were tasked with preparing Larry Bird, Magic Johnson,... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Iceman: A George Gervin StorySpotlighting NBA and San Antonio Spurs legend George Gervin, the documentary focuses on Iceman's influence on the game, inspiring his... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
The IcemanGeorge Gervin was a scoring machine for basketball's San Antonio Spurs in the early 1980s. Plucked out of obscurity by... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Commitment to LifeAgainst a rich Hollywood backdrop, "Commitment to Life" documents the true story of the fight against HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles... |
Self (archive) | |
| 2023 |
Bill Russell: LegendWinningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this... |
Self - Basketball Hall of Fame | |
| 2022 |
The Redeem TeamUsing unprecedented Olympic footage and behind-the-scenes material, The Redeem Team tells the story of the US Olympic Men's Basketball Team’s... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2022 |
The Jennifer Hudson ShowTalented entertainer and newly-minted EGOT Jennifer Hudson takes on the daytime talk show landscape. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2022 |
Legacy: The True Story of the LA LakersThis docuseries captures the remarkable rise and unprecedented success of one of the most dominant and iconic franchises in professional... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Dickie VThe remarkable life and career of the legendary Dick Vitale, ESPN's voice of college basketball for more than four decades,... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
They Call Me MagicEarvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring interviews... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Joe Montana: Cool Under PressureMontana's first hand account of his career from the earliest days to national champion at Notre Dame and becoming a... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.Lahela 'Doogie' Kamealoha, a 16-year-old prodigy juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager. With the support of... |
Magic Johnson | |
| 2021 |
Ready or Not: The 96 NBA DraftA deep dive into the iconic players, stories, trades, and legacy of the iconic 1996 NBA draft, which transformed the... |
Unknown character | |
| 2020 |
The Last DanceA 10-part documentary chronicling the untold story of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dynasty with rare, never-before-seen footage and... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Shut Up and DribbleAn inside look at the changing role of athletes in our fraught cultural and political environment, through the lens of... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2018 |
Basketball: A Love Story'Basketball: A Love Story' is a series of 62 interconnected short stories that creates a vibrant mosaic of the game,... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
OBJECTifiedA series profiling newsmakers and celebrities hosted by the lawyer and TV personality Harvey Levin. |
Self | |
| 2017 |
SteveAfter ending his Chicago-based show, Steve Harvey heads to Los Angeles to host a new weekday syndicated program aiming to... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992An in-depth look at the culture of Los Angeles in the ten years leading up to the 1992 uprising that... |
Himself (archive footage) | |
| 2015 |
Kareem: Minority of OneThis documentary charts the complexity and genius of the NBA's all-time leading scorer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's legendary career, both on and... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
The Late Show with Stephen ColbertStephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
Kobe Bryant's MuseDocumentary that goes behind the stats to reveal the story of Kobe Bryant's career, exploring the mentorships, allies and rivalries... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2015 |
EmpireA powerful family drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his... |
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson | |
| 2014 |
black-ishA family man struggles to gain a sense of cultural identity while raising his kids in a predominantly white, upper-middle-class... |
Magic Johnson | |
| 2014 |
Bad BoysThe Detroit Pistons of the late 1980s and early '90s seemed willing to do anything to win. That characteristic made... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2013 | Self | ||
| 2013 |
NB90sA look at the NBA and its players during the 1990s, including Michael Jordan's all-conquering Chicago Bulls, possibly the greatest... |
Unknown character | |
| 2013 |
Unstoppable: The Bernard King StoryOn the occasion of his upcoming enshrinement in the Basketball Hall of Fame, the legendary Bernard King returns to his... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
The DoctorAn NBA original documentary following Julius Erving throughout his ABA and NBA career, as well as his (sometimes heartbreaking) personal... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2012 |
The Dream TeamThe world had rarely seen a frenzy as the one the Dream Team created when it arrived in Barcelona, Spain,... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
The AnnouncementOn Thursday, Nov. 7, 1991, Earvin "Magic" Johnson made people stop and watch at the Forum in Inglewood, Calif. But... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
NB80sA look at the NBA and its players during the 1980s, including the introduction of the 3-point shot, the transformation... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2010 |
ConanA late night television talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien. |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Magic & Bird: A Courtship of RivalsAn exploration of the fierce rivalry between NBA superstars Larry Bird and Magic Johnson during their decade of dominance. |
Self | |
| 2009 |
Dreams Come True: A Celebration of Disney AnimationA look back at 75 years of Disney magic on the silver screen and a look ahead to the all-new... |
Unknown character | |
| 2009 |
The Tonight Show with Conan O'BrienThe Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien is an American television talk show broadcast by NBC. The show is the fifth... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2008 |
Do You Believe in Magic?American documentary on Magic Johnson, which received the Best Documentary award at the 4th Africa Movie Academy Awards. |
Unknown character | |
| 2007 |
Are We Done Yet?Newlyweds Nick and Suzanne decide to move to the suburbs to provide a better life for their two kids. But... |
Self | |
| 2007 |
Los Angeles Lakers: 1984-1985 NBA Champions Return To GloryLed by Earvin 'Magic' Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, relive the return to glory as the Los Angeles Lakers take on... |
Himself | |
| 2006 | Self | ||
| 2005 |
Deal or No DealA contestant must choose from 26 sealed briefcases containing a marker for various amounts of cash from one penny to... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
It's the ShoesBibbito Garcia takes you across the country to check out some of the rarest and most unusual sneaker collections owned... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
The Olympic Series: Golden Moments 1920 - 2002A celebration of the finest moments from the world's largest and most historic sporting event, released to coincide with the... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
The Ellen DeGeneres ShowThe Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
101 Most Shocking Moments in EntertainmentFrom Disturbing Discoveries to Astonishing Arressts, and Tragic Endings. In this tv-special, E! countdowns the greatest moments in the entertainment... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2003 |
Punk'dWhat happens when the biggest stars in the world get too high on the Hollywood hog? When their bank accounts... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2001 |
Ultimate JordanMarking 20 years since Michael Jordan's celebrated arrival in the NBA, this truly historic 3-disc Collector's Edition chronicles the amazing... |
Self | |
| 2001 |
Inside SchwartzInside Schwartz is an American sitcom starring Breckin Meyer as the titular character. The show was produced by 20th Century... |
Magic Johnson | |
| 2001 |
Hard KnocksAn inside look at NFL training camps. From the top coaches to the rookies trying to make the team, Hard... |
Unknown character | |
| 2000 |
Malcolm in the MiddleA gifted young teen tries to survive life with his dimwitted, dysfunctional family. |
Ringer Hockey Player | |
| 1999 |
The ParkersSpunky daughter Kim is mortified when her bigger-than-life mom, Nikki, decides to go back to school at the same junior... |
Unknown character | |
| 1999 |
Michael Jordan: His AirnessFrom his days as a child in North Carolina to his retirement from the Chicago Bulls in 1999, His Airness... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
The Magic HourThe Magic Hour is an American talk show hosted by basketball player Earvin "Magic" Johnson. The series aired in syndication... |
Self - Host | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1997 |
The Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock Show is a late night comedy talk show featured on HBO. It was created by Chris Rock... |
Unknown character | |
| 1996 |
Arli$$A behind-the-scenes look at the glitzy, big-money world of professional sports following the eternally optimistic and endlessly resourceful L.A. sports... |
Magic Johnson | |
| 1996 |
Michael Jordan: Above and Beyond"Michael Jordan Above and Beyond" provides a much-needed look at Michael Jordan's fantastic return from retirement in 1995. The first... |
Self | |
| 1996 | Self | ||
| 1995 |
Below the RimMen among giants, the NBA's little big men are the unsung heroes of the court. Defying the odds, these players... |
Unknown character | |
| 1993 |
Michael Jackson: Dangerous - The Short FilmsMichael Jackson's Dangerous album once again rocketed the global superstar to mega-platinum success! "Dangerous - The Short Films" captures the... |
Servant (uncredited) | |
| 1993 |
Late Night with Conan O'BrienStepping into the late-late slot vacated by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien stars in a show that far outdoes its competition... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1993 |
NBA Dream TeamNBA Dream Team gives you definitive video profiles of the team selected to take on the world! Charles Barkley: An... |
Self | |
| 1993 |
Michael Jordan: Air Time"Michael Jordan: Air Time" documents Jordan and the Chicago Bulls' 1991-92 season, including Jordan dealing with his friend and rival... |
Self | |
| 1992 |
Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and YouJoin stars Paula Abdul, Luke Perry, Sinbad, Pauly Shore, Jaleel White and many, many more as they take an entertaining,... |
Self - Host | |
| 1992 |
Untouchabulls - The Chicago Bulls' Second Championship SeasonThis video takes the viewer on a journey through the second straight championship season of the Chicago Bulls. Fresh off... |
Himself (Archive Footage) | |
| 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoJay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world. |
Self | |
| 1992 |
Michael Jackson: Remember The TimeMichael Jackson's short film for the song 'Remember the Time.' |
Herald (uncredited) | |
| 1991 |
Voices That CareBehind the scenes making of the charity single "Voices That Care". |
Self | |
| 1991 |
Magic Johnson: Always ShowtimeThis biographical video uses interviews and action footage from real games to give viewers an up-close look at the life... |
Himself | |
| 1990 |
The Earth Day SpecialThe Earth Day Special is a television special revolving around Earth Day that aired on ABC on April 22, 1990.... |
Self | |
| 1990 |
All New Dazzling Dunks and Basketball BloopersAn American direct-to-video film that features highlights and bloopers from the NBA from its beginning to the film's release in... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Magic Johnson (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!In 1989 the two most famous plumbers from Brooklyn burst out of the Nintendo game world and onto television screens... |
Unknown character | |
| 1989 |
Detroit Pistons: 1988-1989 NBA Champions - Motor City MadnessThe 1989 NBA Finals was the championship round of the 1988–89 National Basketball Association (NBA) season, and the conclusion of... |
Self - Los Angeles Lakers | |
| 1988 |
Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas SpecialPee-wee Herman and pals are celebrating Christmas in the Playhouse in their own creative ways: Pee-wee makes a list for... |
Self | |
| 1988 |
She's Having a BabyJake and Kristy Briggs are newlyweds. Being young, they are perhaps a bit unprepared for the full reality of marriage... |
Magic Johnson (uncredited) | |
| 1987 |
Los Angeles Lakers: '87 The Drive For FiveThe video takes you threw the Lakers run to the 1987 NBA Finals! This video includes Lakers summary threw the... |
Himself | |
| 1987 |
Uptown Comedy ExpressTV Special with a variety of comedians. |
Unknown character | |
| 1987 |
Superstars and their MomsMother's Day special in which celebrities appear with their mothers to relate incidents from their pasts, inspired by the book... |
Self | |
| 1979 | Michigan State Player | ||
| 1962 |
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from... |
Self |
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Magic Johnson News and Articles
Got a question about Magic Johnson?
Magic Johnson is known for his five NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and being a three-time NBA MVP. He is celebrated for his playmaking ability and leadership.
Yes, Magic Johnson has won multiple awards, including the NBA Most Valuable Player Award three times and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2002.
Magic Johnson's first film appearance was in the 1994 movie 'The Magic Hour' where he played himself.
Magic Johnson is primarily known for his role in documentaries and sports films, including 'Bill Russell: Legend,' which highlights his impact on basketball.
Magic Johnson is married to Cookie Johnson since 1991, and they have three children together. He is also known for his philanthropic efforts in the community.
Magic Johnson's estimated net worth is around $600 million, derived from his successful basketball career and various business ventures.
Magic Johnson's notable filmography includes appearances in documentaries about basketball and his own life, particularly 'Bill Russell: Legend' released in 2023.
Magic Johnson's legacy in basketball includes being one of the greatest point guards in history, influencing the game's style with his vision, passing, and leadership.