
Untitled Bill Russell/Netflix Documentary
Winningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this biographical documentary.
- Metascore81
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Documentary, Sports
- TV-MA
Winningest NBA champion and civil rights icon Bill Russell builds a larger-than-life legacy on and off the court in this biographical documentary.
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Cast & Crew
Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1
Part One
Wed, Feb 8, 2023 93 mins
As the Boston Celtics' star defender and a civil rights leader, Bill finds himself playing defense beyond the hardwood amid segregation and competition.

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1:39Bill Russell: Legend
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Awards
- 2024 - Black Reel - Outstanding Documentary - Nominated
- 2024 - Jane Mercer Footage Researcher of the Year Award - The Jane Mercer Researcher of the Year - Nominated
- 2024 - Best Use of Footage in a Sports Production - Best Use of Footage in a Sports Production - Winner
- 2023 - Special Mention - Best TV Feature Documentary or Mini-Series - Winner
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