“Starting 5” is a new docuseries that offers an intimate look at the lives of five prominent NBA players during the 2023-2024 season. The series features basketball icons LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, and Domantas Sabonis as they navigate the challenges of professional sports while balancing personal responsibilities. Music from the episodes here.
Focusing on both on-court performances and off-court struggles, “Starting 5” captures the essence of what it means to compete at the highest level. Viewers will witness James striving to maintain his elite status in his 21st season, while Tatum celebrates his first NBA championship with the Boston Celtics. Edwards showcases his rise in popularity, and Butler’s relentless drive is highlighted as he leads the Miami Heat. Sabonis brings versatility to the Sacramento Kings, anchoring their efforts throughout the season.
Executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama through Higher Ground Productions, along with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions, this series boasts a talented production team. Vinnie Malhotra and Ethan Lewis from Higher Ground, along with Jamie Horowitz and Sam Pepper from Omaha Productions, contribute to its creation. Showrunner Peter J. Scalettar oversees the series, which is directed by Susan Ansman and Trishtan Williams.
For those eager to watch “Starting 5,” all ten episodes premiered on Netflix on October 9, 2024. A subscription to Netflix is required to access the series, which fits into the streaming platform’s growing catalog of sports documentaries.
Starting 5 Soundtrack, music by episodes
Starting 5: Episode 1 Songs – S01E01
- Worship – Jon Batiste
- Roc Boys (And the Winner Is) – JAY-Z
- Sugar, We’re Goin Down – Fall Out Boy
- Shipping Up To Boston – Bobby Morganstein
- We Are the Champions – Queen
- Verdi’s La traviata : Act I : Libiamo ne’ lieti calici – KPM Philharmonic Orchestra
- Ooh La La (Remix) [feat. Lil Wayne, Greg Nice & DJ Premier] – Run The Jewels
Starting 5: Episode 2 Songs – S01E02
- Night Nurse – Simply Red
- FLY – Quavo & Lenny Kravitz
- When I See U – Fantasia
- Careful – Teezo Touchdown
Starting 5: Episode 3 Songs – S01E03
- If You Know You Know – Pusha T
- Untitled (How Does It Feel) – D’Angelo
- BLACKOUT – Turnstile
- We Paid – Lil Baby & 42 Dugg
Starting 5: Episode 4 Songs – S01E04
- THE GREATEST – Billie Eilish
- California Christmas – Switchfoot
Starting 5: Episode 5 Songs – S01E05
- THE REV3NGE – Joey Bada$$
- So Much (For) Stardust – Fall Out Boy
- Just One of Those Days – Sizzla
Starting 5: Episode 6 Songs – S01E06
Starting 5 promises an unfiltered exploration of life in professional basketball, showcasing not just athletic prowess but also personal growth and resilience. The series aims to resonate with fans by providing a raw look at both triumphs and tribulations faced by these elite athletes as they chase their dreams while managing family commitments and legacies.