Apple Announces Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Series THEY CALL ME MAGIC

Apple TV+ announced TODAY "They Call Me Magic," the highly anticipated four-part documentary event that takes an illuminating, holistic look into the life and career of Earvin "Magic" Johnson, one of the world's most iconic figures, will premiere April 22 on Apple TV+.

"They Call Me Magic" offers a rare glimpse into the incredible real LIFE STORY of Johnson, who left his mark on history through his work-both on and off the court-and continues to impact our culture today.

With unprecedented access, the docuseries explores Earvin "Magic" Johnson's remarkable journey from being the face of the Los Angeles Lakers and cementing himself as an all-time NBA legend, to changing the conversation around HIV, and transforming into a successful entrepreneur and community activist. From his humble beginnings in Lansing, Michigan to becoming the global force he is today, "They Call Me Magic" features intimate interviews with Magic, his family, and an all-star lineup, as the docuseries charts the cinematic life of one of the biggest cultural icons of our era.

Directed by Rick Famuyiwa ("Dope") with editor Dirk Westervelt ("Ford v. Ferrari") and cinematographer Rachel Morrison ("Black Panther"), the docuseries is produced for Apple by XTR and New Slate Ventures, and produced in association with H.Wood Media and Delirio Films.

"They Call Me Magic" joins a growing lineup of acclaimed and award-winning docuseries and documentaries on Apple TV+ including Emmy Award-winning "Boys State"; "The Velvet Underground," the acclaimed documentary from director Todd Haynes; Critics Choice Award-winning and Emmy and Grammy Award-nominated "Beastie Boys Story"; the global smash hit documentary "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry"; Werner Herzog's Critics Choice Documentary Award nominee "Fireball: Visitors from Darker Worlds"; as well as upcoming documentaries "The Supermodels"; and "Number One on the Call Sheet," from acclaimed storytellers Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, Datari Turner and Dan Cogan.

Apple TV+ is home to award-winning Apple Originals from today's most imaginative storytellers. Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens.

After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service. Apple Original films, documentaries and series have been honored with 202 wins and 918 awards nominations in less than two years.