HBO is bringing the docu series treatment to NBA franchise Boston Celtics
The most successful NBA franchise in history, the Boston Celtics, are set to get the HBO docu series treatment.
HBO Sports Documentaries, Ringer Films and Words + Pictures are currently in production on Celtics City, a multi-part documentary series going behind-the-scenes with the 18-time NBA champions.
Executive Producers Bill Simmons and Connor Schell are teaming up for the first time since creating the iconic “30 for 30” series on ESPN.
The series is slated for release on HBO and streaming service Max in 2025 and will be directed by multiple Emmy award winner Lauren Stowell.
Who are the Boston Celtics?
The Boston Celtics are the reigning NBA champions, having defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 finals thanks to an MVP performance from all-star Jaylen Brown.
Brown and fellow all-star Jayson Tatum will feature in Celtics City along with Boston legends past and present including Bob Cousy and the great Larry Bird.
Moreover, Celtics City will feature never-before-seen archive footage to uncover what makes the Ferrari of NBA teams tick.
“There’s no story quite like the Boston Celtics,” said Bill Simmons, Executive Producer, Ringer Films.
“Everything went right for 40 years, then nothing went right, then suddenly, things started going right again.
“But beyond the 18 titles and all the legends and memories, the team’s connection to the city and almost a century of American history was the most compelling piece for us.
“This story is bigger than basketball, and yet, it’s everything you ever loved about basketball, too.”
More than a basketball team
Lauren Stowell, Director, Words + Pictures, added: “The Celtics are more than a basketball team.
“They’re a symbol of resilience, unity, and success.
“While chapters of the team’s story have been told, the full scope of their cultural impact has never been fully explored.
“Making this documentary was an incredible opportunity to delve into generations of legendary personalities, defining struggles, and extraordinary triumphs that have left a lasting mark not only on the game of basketball, but on the city of Boston and the spirit of America.”
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