Bill Russell: Legend
“He changed more than the game.”
Series Overview
Winningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this biographical documentary.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 2 Episodes
2023 – 2023
Premiered: Wed, Feb 8, 2023
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”
Between fierce opponents and injustice all around, Bill helps the Celtics cement their dynasty. A historic role change puts Bill in a position of power.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Corey Stoll
Self - Narrator (voice)
Bill Russell
Self
Oscar Robertson
Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
Stephen Curry
Self - 4 Time NBA Champion
Bob Ryan
Self - Sportswriter, The Boston Globe
Larry Bird
Self - Boston Celtics 1979-92
Magic Johnson
Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
Satch Sanders
Self - Boston Celtics 1960-73
William C. Rhoden
Self - Columnist, ESPN's Andscape
Isiah Thomas
Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
Aram Goudsouzian
Self - Bill Russell Biographer, 'King of the Court'
Lawrence O'Donnell
Self - Host 'The Last Word' MSNBC
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
Jeannine Russell
Self - Bill Russell's Widow
Bill McSweeny
Self - Co-Author with Bill Russell, 'Go Up for Glory'
Red Auerbach
Self - Coach, Boston Celtics 1950-66 (archive footage)
Bob Cousy
Self - Boston Celtics 1950-63
Steve Springer
Self - Sportswriter, The Los Angeles Times
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Pollard
John Sands, Wayne Sharpe, Phil Garrod, Reed Hays
Paul De Lumen, Henry Adebonojo
Ashwin Gandbhir, Steven Wechsler
Lawrence Gordon, Ross Greenburg, Mike Richardson, Charles Rosenzweig, Martha Spanninger
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Pollard
Director
John Sands
Original Music Composer
Martha Spanninger
Producer
Reuben Atlas
Producer
Ashwin Gandbhir
Editor
Steven Wechsler
Editor
Wayne Sharpe
Original Music Composer
Phil Garrod
Original Music Composer
Reed Hays
Original Music Composer
Paul De Lumen
Director of Photography
Henry Adebonojo
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bill Russell: Legend
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What is Bill Russell: Legend about?
Winningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this biographical documentary.
How many seasons does Bill Russell: Legend have?
Bill Russell: Legend comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Bill Russell: Legend?
Key cast members in Bill Russell: Legend include Corey Stoll, Bill Russell, Oscar Robertson, Stephen Curry, Bob Ryan.
Who created or directed Bill Russell: Legend?
Bill Russell: Legend was developed and directed by Sam Pollard.