Michael Jordan's Playground
Synopsis
This made-for-video production mixes highlights of Michael Jordan from the '80s with a fantasy storyline of a high school teen named Walt, who has been cut from his basketball team. Doubting his abilities, Walt gets some lessons from Michael Jordan himself, on the magical Playground known as Michael Jordan's Playground.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zack Snyder
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Weitzman, Rudy Bloom
- Original Title
- Michael Jordan's Playground
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Studios
- NBA Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zack Snyder
Larry Weitzman, Rudy Bloom
Daniel Pearl, Barry Winik
Anthony Horn, Charlie Liotta
Don Sperling, Mike Antinoro
Department Leadership Roster
Zack Snyder
Director
Anthony Horn
Editor
Charlie Liotta
Editor
Barry Winik
Director of Photography
Larry Weitzman
Writer
Rudy Bloom
Writer
Mike Antinoro
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Michael Jordan's Playground.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Michael Jordan's Playground.
Black
500 best 90's movies
V Movies
Top 25 TV Shows Per Year (1970–2025)
Automatically generated top-rated TV shows per year (Sonarr compatible)
basketball docs
lisf of basketball docs ive watched and enjoyed
blu ray collection
Similar Titles to Michael Jordan's Playground
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
9.0
6.7
8.0
8.0
6.5
7.6
4.4
3.2
6.0
More Like Michael Jordan's Playground
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michael Jordan's Playground
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Michael Jordan's Playground about?
This made-for-video production mixes highlights of Michael Jordan from the '80s with a fantasy storyline of a high school teen named Walt, who has been cut from his basketball team. Doubting his abilities, Walt gets some lessons from Michael Jordan himself, on the magical Playground known as Michael Jordan's Playground.
Who directed Michael Jordan's Playground?
Michael Jordan's Playground was directed by Zack Snyder.
Who stars in Michael Jordan's Playground?
The principal cast of Michael Jordan's Playground includes Michael Jordan, Tyrin Turner, Christopher Reid, Christopher Martin, Doc Ice.
When was Michael Jordan's Playground released and how long is it?
Michael Jordan's Playground was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Michael Jordan's Playground?
Michael Jordan's Playground holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).