Starting 5 – Everything We Know

What is Starting 5 about?

Fresh off their gold medal win at the 2024 Olympics comes Netflix’s Starting 5, a look into the lives of five of the NBA’s biggest players. Seen though the eyes of Jimmy Butler (Miami Heat), Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves), LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers), Domantas Sabonis (Sacramento Kings) and Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics), get a backstage pass to the 2023-24 NBA season.

Unlike other sports documentaries, you’ll get a glimpse into how they maintain their bodies and balance their personal live with a grueling basketball schedule. Although each of them have the same goal of winning the NBA championship, each are at a different point in their career trying to lead their team to victory. The series captures their battles on and off the court as they chase greatness, push through injuries, and balance the demands of family and legacy.

In his 21st season, LeBron James pushes himself harder than ever to stay healthy and continue to dominate. On the other hand, Anthony Edwards, strives to win his first NBA championship. At the same time, both Jimmy Butler and Domantas Sabonis drives to propel their team to the top. Finally, Jayson Tatum is on a mission to lead the Celtics to a record 18th championship.

How to watch Starting 5

All ten 45-minute episodes of the limited series will premiere on Netflix on October 9, 2024.

Starting 5 Trailer

What is Starting 5 rated?

The limited series has a rating of TV-MA for language.

Who is Behind Starting 5?

The series is produced by  UNINTERRUPTED in association with Higher Ground Productions and Omaha Productions. Directing episodes are Susan Ansman, Trishtan Williams and Peter J. Scalettar. Finally, the producers include Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron and Randy Mims (for UNINTERRUPTED); President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Vinnie Malhotra and Ethan Lewis (for Higher Ground); and Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz and Sam Pepper (for Omaha Productions).