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Season 1 – Swagger

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A basketball prodigy navigates a maze of pressure as he tries to overcome the odds against him and learn what it truly means to have swagger.
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Swagger — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Swagger doesn't aways have the originality to back up its confidence, but excellent performances and socially conscious themes give this sports drama undeniable heart.

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Brian Tallerico The Playlist A show that truly could have been a one-man drama that laser focuses on a young talent becomes a surprisingly rich ensemble piece. Rated: B Nov 10, 2021 Full Review Neal Justin Minneapolis Star Tribune ou find yourself rooting for the team and its star player, even if his ego is as a big as his voracious appetite. Nov 9, 2021 Full Review Steve Greene IndieWire Swagger might have one manufactured conflict too many, but when it settles into the stories that come naturally from these kids dealing with an uncertain future, it shines. Rated: B Nov 4, 2021 Full Review KT Mahe For Your Reference Podcast Where some focus on telling stories, Reggie and the team focus on showing people. The struggles, come up and triumphs. Based on a living legend, Swagger introduces us to so many more in and out of the court. Rated: 5/5 Aug 15, 2023 Full Review Oti For Your Reference Podcast Swagger delves deep into youth basketball's intricate dynamics. Mid-season tonal shift was surprising, yet it effectively tackles hard-hitting subjects. Highly recommended. Rated: 5/5 Aug 15, 2023 Full Review Kathia Woods Cup of Soul A refreshing look at youth basketball Rated: 7/10 Jan 3, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Brayden G Love this show so much Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/25/25 Full Review R C Excited for this 1st season. Enjoyed the basketball action. The drama is real and perhaps a bit too much. Quality series for those who love hoopin' and drama. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/05/24 Full Review A M Absolutely brilliant show. Great characters, storyline, I'm hooked❤️ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/02/23 Full Review Mark M Feather in the Appletv cap. So well thought out. Swagger hits upon the real aspects of life on and off the basketball court for youth, parents, communities, and society as a whole. The genius delivery allows us as viewers to be educated whilst being completely invested in the storyline and characters. That's a rarity in todays television. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/23/23 Full Review Kevin H I love the social relevance. But the acting is inconsistent. O'Shea Jackson is tremendous. But, it's the roles of some of the younger actors that kept me from continuing to watch past the middle of Season 1. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/16/23 Full Review Djanne G Swagger is that one that captivates the audience with the current social issues, editing, acting, writing and directing. It is about young black kids trying to navigate the world as we know and that's what it makes authentic. I finished both seasons in a week and I'm rewatching again right now. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/08/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Reggie Rock Bythewood

Creator

O'Shea Jackson Jr.

Ike

Quvenzhané Wallis

Crystal

Isaiah Hill

Jace Carson

Shinelle Azoroh

Jenna

Mack Wilds

Alonzo Powers

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 29, 2021 NBA All eyes are on Jace, a 14-year-old basketball phenomenon in the DMV -- D.C., Maryland, Virginia -- who joins a team coached by Ike, a former rising star. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 29, 2021 Haterade Ike merges with another basketball program to form a powerhouse team, while a determined Jace struggles to regain his #1 ranking. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 29, 2021 Mano a Mano Jace competes with Nick to claim the top spot in the DMV, as Ike confronts his past. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 5, 2021 We Good? As Swagger DMV go up against the G-Dubs, Jace has to decide what's most important: a personal win or a team win. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 12, 2021 24-Hour Person After Crystal shares a secret with Jace, he worries about her safety and tries to help. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 19, 2021 All on the Line Jace and his teammates deal with the aftermath of their actions; Musa finds out his grandfather has COVID-19. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 25, 2021 #Radicals Six months after the season shutdown, Swagger DMV embark on a road trip and play in a tournament where they're confronted with racism. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 3, 2021 Still I Rise Swagger DMV return home as social media sensations but face an uphill climb to qualify for nationals. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 10, 2021 Follow-Through Ike and Jace set aside their differences to take on a former rival who stands between them and nationals. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 17, 2021 Florida An injured Jace considers ignoring doctor's orders, risking his health for the sake of Swagger DMV. Details

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Swagger — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Alex Hall, Janice Cooke, Rachel Leiterman, Reggie Rock Bythewood, Nijla Mumin
Creator
Reggie Rock Bythewood
Executive Producer
Kevin Durant, Rich Kleiman, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo, Samie Kim Falvey, Reggie Rock Bythewood, Samantha Howard Corbin
Screenwriter
Eric Simonson, Reggie Rock Bythewood, Samantha Howard Corbin, Katrina O'Gilvie, Norman Vance Jr., Danielle Iman, George Dohrmann
Network
Apple TV+
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sports
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 29, 2021
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