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Earvin "Magic" Johnson Movies

2009  
PG13  
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Enticement leads to terror when a sexy office temp forms a dangerous fixation on a successful and happily married asset manager. Derek Charles (Idris Elba) is good at his job; so good that he's recently earned a big promotion. He's worked hard to get to the top, and when his workday is finished Derek has the luxury of returning home to his beautiful wife, Sharon (Beyoncé Knowles), and their healthy newborn child. But Derek's perfect life begins to crumble when sexy new temp worker Lisa (Ali Larter) goes to work at the office and begins stalking Derek's every move. When Lisa's obsession turns dangerous, Derek and Sharon resort to desperate measures in protecting themselves and their child from her deadly wrath. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Idris ElbaBeyoncĂ© Knowles, (more)
 
2007  
 
Crossover: A Worldwide Basketball Odyssey documents how the sport has affected numerous people in different countries, regardless of their socio-economic status. A number of men and women from various walks of life explain how their involvement in the game bettered them in some capacity. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

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2007  
R  
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As another semester draws to a close at the University of Dreyskill, a simple game dreamt to help students avoid studying becomes a bloody battle for survival in this stalk-and-slash frightener from filmmaking duo Brian Hooks and Deon Taylor. Dreyskill may have a reputation as a prestigious private school, but a group of students known as "The Crew" are sick of studying for finals and looking to have a little fun. In order to pas the time, they create a game called "75." The rules of 75 are simple: the participant in the game calls a random telephone number and attempts to scare the party on the other end of the line for 75 seconds; should the recipient of the call laugh or hang up, the player loses, and the player with the best call emerges victorious. By the time exams are over, 75 has become a popular campus pastime among all the students, and one rich classmate invites the Crew to his massive mansion in the Colorado hills for a wild weekend of partying. But when one of the Crew accidentally calls the wrong person, the once-playful scares become all too real. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Brian HooksAntwon Tanner, (more)
 
2004  
PG13  
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Blood may be thicker than water, but it doesn't hold a candle to hairspray, as we learn in this urban comedy. Angela (Kellita Smith) is a successful hairdresser who operates her own salon based in Los Angeles. One day, Angela gets an unexpected visit from her sister Peaches (Mo'Nique), who runs a beauty shop of her own in Baltimore. The family reunion turns out to not be as happy as Angela may have hoped -- Peaches is trying to stay a step ahead of IRS agents who want to collect 50,000 dollars in back taxes, while also avoiding Marcella (Gina Torres), a fellow hair stylist who wants to take over Peaches' shop. Despite their differences, Angela and Peaches join forces in hopes of finding a way to get the bill paid and take Marcella out of the picture. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Mo'NiqueKellita Smith, (more)
 
2004  
 
The release presents the entire NBC broadcast of the 1979 college basketball championship game presented without any commercial interruptions. Considered by many to be the best final in history, the game featured the Larry Bird led Indiana State Sycamores taking on a Michigan State Spartan squad carried on the broad shoulders of Magic Johnson. The next year both of these great players would be rivals in the NBA. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

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2003  
 
In this reality show, former NBA star Earvin "Magic" Johnson scoured the country to find the 12 best street-basketball players (ten male, two female). Each of the series' ten episodes offered a weekly game and a profile of the players. Also each week, one or more of the contestants was sent home, until a single winner was selected and given a 100,000-dollar grand prize -- but, perhaps wisely, Johnson made no "professional promises" pertaining to the winner's future in pro basketball. Who's Got Game? premiered on June 22, 2003. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Earvin "Magic" Johnson
 
2002  
PG13  
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A woman wonders if it's just friendship or real love she feels when a close male friend announces he's tying the knot in this romantic comedy. Dre (Taye Diggs) and Sidney (Sanaa Lathan) became best friends when they were ten years old -- the same time that both first became aware of the first rumblings of the Hip Hop revolution in New York City. Today, Dre runs a successful record label, and Sidney is a respected music journalist; both have managed to turn their love for the music into careers, and both are still close friends. Close enough, in fact, that many of their pals wonder why they've never become boyfriend and girlfriend. While both have always denied their attraction to one another, Sidney begins to have second thoughts when Dre proposes to his girlfriend Reese (Nicole Ari Parker), a lawyer. Even though Sidney has a relationship of her own with professional basketball player Kelby (Boris Kodjoe), as Dre's wedding draws closer, Sidney begins to suspect that her longtime best friend is actually the love of her life. Brown Sugar features supporting performances form real life Hip Hop stars Mos Def and Queen Latifah; former basketball star Earvin "Magic" Johnson served as executive producer. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Taye DiggsSanaa Lathan, (more)
 
1999  
NR  
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Set in the institutionally segregated New Orleans of 1965, the made-for-cable Passing Glory is the story of black priest Father Joseph Verrett (Andre Braugher) and his efforts to arrange the first integrated high-school basketball game in the city's history. Against the wishes of trepid white parish leader Father Robert Grant (Rip Torn), Fr. Verrett encourages the team members of the all-black -- and undefeated -- St. Augustine High School basketball team to prepare to play the equally successful all-white team of Jesuit Prep. Throughout it all, Fr. Verrett must learn to curb his own impatience over the racial status quo, and to keep his own faith afloat. Although some of the scenes are drawn in broad, unsubtle strokes -- especially those involving the bigoted father of Jesuit Prep's best player -- the film is thoroughly credible, right down to the last-second winning basket. Earning extra points for having its heart in the right place, Passing Glory made its TNT cable network bow on February 21, 1999. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Andre BraugherRip Torn, (more)
 
1998  
 
Do you believe in magic? LA Lakers legend Magic Johnson (aka Earvin Johnson) is the host/co-executive producer of this syndicated latenight talkshow taped in Los Angeles (by Magic Johnson Enterprises and Fox Nitetime Productions in association with Twentieth TV). With dynamic percussionist, musical director, bandleader Sheila E. swinging into the show's opening fanfare theme ("Are You Ready for Magic?"), the energetic 38-year-old Magic bounced into the center court of the latenight game with plenty of charm, charisma, and promotional hype, plus his own sidekick, comedian Craig Shoemaker, with Jimmy Hodson on board as the announcer. Guests during Magic's first week included Arnold Schwarzenegger, Whitney Houston, Harrison Ford, Peta Wilson (of TV's La Femme Nikita), Arsenio Hall, Michael Douglas, Kenny G., and Christine Lahti. Magic described his show as "like myself -- fun, crazy, but a good environment." The series premiered June 8, 1998 on numerous Fox affiliates. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

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Starring:
Craig ShoemakerSteve White, (more)
 
1996  
 
Super Slams of NBA is all the in-your-face, rim-pounding, slam-dunk action anyone could stand in one place. Super Slams of the NBA chronicles the history of the art of the dunk, providing up-close action profiles of superstars who have redefined the game. The video features some of the NBA's most memorable slam dunks from players like Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Clyde Drexler, and Magic Johnson. Viewers are also treated to some unbelievably hilarious bloopers, as well as highlights from the annual slam-dunk competition sponsored by the NBA. ~ Scott Albright, Rovi

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1994  
 
It was all about teamwork when 12 basketball superstars set off to represent the U.S. for the '96 Summer Olympics. Animosity and rivalry were temporarily forgotten, and these pros traveled to Atlanta to dominate the world in basketball. The program features footage of individual plays and clips of memorable moments. The team consisted of Charles Barkley, Reggie Miller, Hakeem Olajuwon, Shaquille O'Neal, Scottie Pippen, Karl Malone, David Robinson, Glen Robinson, Mitch Richmond, Grant Hill, Penny Hardaway, and John Stockton. ~ Alice Day, Rovi

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1992  
 
Aimed at young adults in order to increase their awareness of AIDS and HIV, this video combines informational and educational messages with entertainment. Each segment teaches teenagers something different about the HIV virus or AIDS, such as how anyone can contract AIDS, how and why AIDS is contracted, why everyone at risk should get tested, and that abstinence is the best defense against contracting the virus. Hosted by Arsenio Hall and Magic Johnson, there is also medical advise from AIDS expert Dr. Karen Hall and plenty of celebrities who speak out on the truths of this often misunderstood disease. Magic Johnson talks about his personal experiences with the HIV virus in an in-depth interview. ~ Cecilia Cygnar, Rovi

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1991  
 
An activity planner and study game playbook are included with this program which uses athletes to stress the importance of school. They offer advice for grade improvement activities including home preparation, reading comprehension, test taking and many other methods. ~ Rovi

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1991  
 
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An unusual sports event takes place when a new commissioner decrees that basketball will no longer be a serious sport -- and some of the greatest players in the NBA compete against an All-Star team of comedians. Actors and athletes include Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal, George Wendt, Isiah Thomas, Magic Johnson, Marv Albert, Shelley Long, Stephen Wright, Bob Saget, Rich Hall, Elayne Boosler, Jim Morris, Chuck Daly, John Salley, Rick Mahorn, Shadoe Stevens, Jimmie Walker, Paul Rodriguez, Vlade Divac, and Mychal Thompson. ~ Alice Duncan, Rovi

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1990  
 
A cast of celebrities gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Earth Day. It is an entertaining special that points out the crisis state of our planet's environment. It provides scientific facts and detailed analysis. The show provides ways in which everyone can participate in saving the planet. There are ways we can do this everyday with the choices we make. It strives to make us all take responsibility for the condition of the environment. The cast entertains and teaches through comedy, singing, and storytelling. The Earth Day Special is an entertaining motivational tool that encourages everyone to do their part in saving the earth. ~ Beth Deki, Rovi

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1989  
 
This program features the awesome talent of basketball superstar Earvin "Magic" Johnson. Extensive clips show Johnson in action in his career with the L.A. Lakers, as the team goes up against the toughest competition. Johnson displays the finesse that earned him his nickname. Magic Johnson then shares his expertise in a basketball clinic for kids, with demonstrations on passing, shooting, and defending. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

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1988  
 
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The secret word is "Happy New Year" as Pee-Wee Herman (Paul Reubens) and the Playhouse gang hold a Christmas party. Things threaten to get out of hand fairly early as the increasingly disappointed Pee-Wee receives one fruitcake after another. When he complains that he didn't get anything he really wanted, our hero learns an important lesson about sharing from none other than Santa Claus. Among Pee-wee's special guests are singers k.d. lang, Grace Jones, Dinah Shore, and the Del Rubio Triplets, "Beach Party" perennials Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon (who'd recently costarred with Pee-wee in the theatrical film Back at the Beach), the outrageous Little Richard (on ice-skates!) and such pop-culture giants as Oprah Winfrey, Charo, Cher, Joan Rivers, Magic Johnson, and even Zsa Zsa Gabor. Pee-wee Herman's Christmas Special first aired December 21, 1988 on CBS. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Paul Reubens
 
 
 
NBA action comes alive with these classic confrontations even between friends during the game of basketball. ~ Rovi

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