Celtics City
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TV-142025•7.6/10
Documentary
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7.6/10(9)
Containing extensive, never-before-seen archives and more than 80 interviews of past and present Boston Celtics legends, this series chronicles the history, cultural impact, and extraordinary tale of the NBA's winningest and most storied franchise, the Boston Celtics,
Production
The Ringer Films, Words + Pictures, HBO Sports Documentaries
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
March 3, 2025
Last Aired
April 28, 2025
Networks
HBO
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
E1
Chapter I: Founding Fathers
Air date: 2025-03-03
Led by Bob Cousy and Bill Russell, the Celtics become an NBA dynasty, but racial tensions in Boston and beyond augur a turbulent era ahead.
E2
Chapter II: No Final Victories
Air date: 2025-03-10
Amid backlash for his commitment to civil rights, Bill Russell makes history as the first Black head coach in professional sports.
E3
Chapter III: All Swept Up
Air date: 2025-03-17
The Celtics win a pair of titles in the '70s amid racial unrest, and near the end of the decade, they draft Indiana State star Larry Bird.
E4
Chapter IV: Great Hope. Period.
Air date: 2025-03-24
Larry Bird elevates the Celtics and struggling NBA to new heights, but internal discord threatens to derail another potential dynasty.
E5
Chapter V: F**k the Celtics
Air date: 2025-03-31
Larry Bird's epic rivalry with Magic Johnson captivates the sports world. Then, in 1986, an unthinkable tragedy changes everything.
E6
Chapter VI: Untenable Toll
Air date: 2025-04-07
The tragic death of Len Bias casts a shadow over the Celtics. In 1992, Larry Bird's retirement closes a chapter for the team and the NBA.
E7
Chapter VII: Not Again
Air date: 2025-04-14
After Reggie Lewis' sudden death leaves the city heartbroken, the Celtics spiral into steep decline following the arrival of Rick Pitino.
E8
Chapter VIII: Ubuntu
Air date: 2025-04-21
After another downturn, new GM and former Celtic Danny Ainge acquires Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to form a "Big Three" with Paul Pierce.
E9
Chapter IX: We're the Celtics
Air date: 2025-04-28
After the 2008 title, injuries, and internal conflict take a toll. Led by a new crop of stars, the team wins an 18th championship in 2024.
Cast
Red Auerbach
Self (Archive Footage)
Bill Russell
Himself
Cedric Maxwell
Self
Larry Bird
Self
Jayson Tatum
Himself
Jaylen Brown
Himself
Kevin McHale
Self
Robert Parish
Self
Rick Carlisle
Bob Cousy
Self
Paul Pierce
Self
Dee Brown
Self
Xavier McDaniel
Self
Danny Ainge
Self
Kevin Garnett
Self
Ray Allen
Self
Satch Sanders
Self
Bill Walton
Self
Kurt Rambis
Self
James Worthy
Self
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