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Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals (2010): Cast

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Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals is a 2010 drama documentary directed by Ezra Edelman, starring Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and Liev Schreiber. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Ezra Edelman
Genres
Documentary , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals About?

The premise of Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals without spoilers.

It chronicles how Larry Bird and Magic Johnson reshaped the NBA, turning their intense on‑court rivalry into a lasting friendship. Over a decade they led the Celtics and the Lakers to championships, captivating the nation and redefining the sport’s popularity.

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Cast & crew

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals Cast & Characters

Larry Bird leads the cast, with Magic Johnson and Liev Schreiber as Narrator (voice). Directed by Ezra Edelman; 22 actors are credited in all.

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More from Ezra Edelman

More films directed by Ezra Edelman: O.J.: Made in America and Requiem for the Big East.

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Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Magic Johnson & Larry Bird” and “Magic & Bird: Un Cortejo de Rivales”.

Also known as
  • Magic Johnson & Larry Bird
  • Magic & Bird: Un Cortejo de Rivales
  • 魔术师和伯德:一生的对手
  • แมจิกกับเบิร์ด: มิตรภาพและการชิงชัย

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Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals?

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals released?

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals was released on March 10, 2010.

Who directed Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals?

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals was directed by Ezra Edelman.

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Who is in the cast of Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals?

Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals stars Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and Liev Schreiber as Narrator (voice), among 22 credited actors.

Does Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals have a post-credit scene?

No. Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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