The World Champions
Series Overview
A story about four pioneers who fathered the “Yugoslav school of basketball” and whose merit is the development of this sport in Europe. They are Nebojša Popović, Borisav Stanković, Radomir Šaper and Aleksandar Nikolić. The central event is the crucial game at World Cup 1970 between Yugoslavia and the United States. From the point of view of the main character, Nebojša Popović, we follow the growth and life path of enthusiasts, whose professional work, ideas, and efforts made their major dream come true, the first gold medal for Yugoslavia in world championships.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 12 Episodes
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Sat, Mar 19, 2016
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 12: “Episode #1.12”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Strahinja Blažić
Nebojša Popović
Žarko Radić
Stari Nebojša Popović
Leon Lučev
Dane Štukalo
Rade Šerbedžija
Stari Dane Štukalo
Nevena Ristić
Nevena Vujošević
Aleksandar Radojičić
Bora Stanković
Miloš Biković
Radomir Šaper
Radivoje Bukvić
Snimatelj Velja
Dragan Mićanović
Nenad Košutić
Marko Janketić
Aleksandar Nikolić
Stefan Radonjić
Boris
Iva Babić
Maja Bedeković
Milena Radulović
Koleginica
Nebojša Dugalić
Vladimir Didijer
Jure Henigman
Ivo Daneu
Sergej Trifunović
Ranko Žeravica
John Savage
Wiliam Jones
Goran Bogdan
Nikola Plećaš
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darko Bajić
Nebojša Romčević, Ognjen Sviličić, Branka Grbić, Goran Svilačić, Gordan Mihić
Zvonimir Šimunec, Dejan Petrović
Department Leadership Roster
Zvonimir Šimunec
Producer
Dejan Petrović
Producer
Nebojša Romčević
Writer
Ognjen Sviličić
Writer
Branka Grbić
Writer
Goran Svilačić
Writer
Darko Bajić
Director
Gordan Mihić
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: Suitable only for 12 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is The World Champions about?
A story about four pioneers who fathered the “Yugoslav school of basketball” and whose merit is the development of this sport in Europe. They are Nebojša Popović, Borisav Stanković, Radomir Šaper and Aleksandar Nikolić. The central event is the crucial game at World Cup 1970 between Yugoslavia and the United States. From the point of view of the main character, Nebojša Popović, we follow the growth and life path of enthusiasts, whose professional work, ideas, and efforts made their major dream come true, the first gold medal for Yugoslavia in world championships.
How many seasons does The World Champions have?
The World Champions comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The World Champions?
Key cast members in The World Champions include Strahinja Blažić, Žarko Radić, Leon Lučev, Rade Šerbedžija, Nevena Ristić.
Who created or directed The World Champions?
The World Champions was developed and directed by Darko Bajić.