The Last Dance is a TV mini-series starring Phil Jackson, Michael Jordan, and David Aldridge. Charting the rise of the 1990’s Chicago Bulls, led by Michael Jordan, one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.
The series was produced by ESPN Films & Netflix and features interviews from a range of NBA stars including Michael Jordan (MJ), Scottie Pippen and Steve Kerr to name a few.
Release Date: April 2020
10. Episode I
Air Date: 20 Apr. 2020Season 1, Episode 1
Flashbacks analyse Michael Jordan’s college and early NBA days. The Bulls make a preseason trip to Paris amid tensions with GM Jerry Krause, who was the general manager of the Chicago Bulls between 1985 and 2003.
9. Episode III
Air Date: 27 Apr. 2020Season 1, Episode 3
Dennis Rodman’s attitude and energy help the team win, but bring the drama off the court. The Bulls struggle to overcome the Pistons in the late ’80s.
8. Episode VI
Air Date: 4 May 2020Season 1, Episode 6
A revealing book and scrutiny of his gambling put a dent in Michael’s reputation, but he remains focused on winning a third straight title in 1993.
7. Episode IX
Air Date: 18 May 2020Season 1, Episode 9
The Bulls face stiff challenges to their reign in 1997 against Utah and in 1998 versus Indiana. Role player Steve Kerr makes his mark on the dynasty.
6. Episode V
Air Date: 4 May 2020Season 1, Episode 5
From Air Jordan and “Be Like Mike” to the ’92 NBA Finals and the Olympic Dream Team, Michael becomes a global cultural icon unlike any other.
5. Episode IV
Air Date: 27 Apr. 2020Season 1, Episode 4
Phil Jackson’s unique philosophy and demeanor take the Bulls to the next level. The team finally gets past Detroit and earns a shot at an NBA title.
4. Episode X
Air Date: 18 May 2020Season 1, Episode 10
Battered and exhausted, the Bulls conclude their “Last Dance” with a sixth championship. Michael, Phil and others reflect on the end of the dynasty.
3. Episode VII
Air Date: 11 May 2020Season 1, Episode 7
Crushed by the death of his father, a mentally exhausted Michael retires in 1993 – to play baseball. The Bulls move on with Scottie in the lead role.
2. Episode II
Air Date: 20 Apr. 2020Season 1, Episode 2
Scottie Pippen rises from obscurity to become one of the NBA’s best players. An injury early in Michael’s career sows distrust with Bulls management.
1. Episode VIII
Air Date: 11 May 2020Season 1, Episode 8
Michael’s return energizes the Bulls, the city and the NBA, but a playoff loss in 1995 fuels him to work harder than ever to get back on top.