Jim Boeheim made his mark in sports as the long-serving head coach of the Syracuse Orange men's basketball team, but his impact extends beyond the court. From his days as a college player to his more recent ventures into acting, this guide explores the movies and TV shows that make up his entertainment career.
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Films
1. He Got Game
The father, the son and the holy game.
He Got Game stands as a gripping sports drama, following the story of a father desperately trying to persuade his son to attend college to secure a shorter prison sentence. With impressive basketball action and heart-wrenching family dynamics, director Spike Lee has crafted a powerful film that explores the depths of loyalty and the lengths a parent will go to save their child.
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IMDb Rating: 6.9
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TMDb Rating: 6.754
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Metacritic Rating: 64.0
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Release Date: 1998-05-01
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Runtime: 136.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Budget: $25,000,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $21,567,900.0
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Status: Released
2. Blue Chips
Victory doesn't come cheap.
Step into the world of college basketball and the high-stakes pressure to win at any cost with "Blue Chips". Pete Bell, a struggling coach, finds himself in a precarious position as he's forced to turn a blind eye to the secretive practice of paying star players by anonymous boosters. But with every victory comes a hefty price tag, testing the integrity of those involved in this cutthroat game. Get ready for a gripping story of ambition, corruption, and the pursuit of victory in "Blue Chips".
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IMDb Rating: 6.3
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TMDb Rating: 6.058
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Release Date: 1994-02-18
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Runtime: 108.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Budget: $35,000,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $26,000,000.0
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Status: Released
3. Requiem for the Big East
All was not quiet on the Eastern Front
Dive into the heart of the Big East, a once-unknown league skyrocketing to fame and notoriety in just a mere decade. With basketball fever taking over America, "Requiem for the Big East" takes us on a journey through the passionate rise and inevitable fall of a powerhouse. Don't miss this thrilling ride through the highs and lows of college basketball's most successful era in the Eastern Front.
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TMDb Rating: 7.0
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Release Date: 2014-03-16
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Runtime: 104.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
4. Orange Odyssey
The Championship Season
In this inspiring documentary, the 2002-03 Syracuse Orange men's basketball team takes center stage as they pursue their goal of securing the program's first-ever national championship. Through their championship season, fans get an intimate look at the players, coaches, and fans who fueled their remarkable journey.
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TMDb Rating: 9.0
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Runtime: 45.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
5. Finally Orange
The Official 2003 NCAA Championship DVD
The Official 2003 NCAA Championship DVD chronicles Syracuse's historic run to the championship, led by coach Jim Boeheim. This 111-minute documentary covers the Orangemen's journey through the NCAA Tournament, capturing their victory and Boeheim's first national title.
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Release Date: 2003-06-03
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Runtime: 111.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
6. Will to Win: Syracuse Basketball's Unlikely Rise from Underdogs to National Champs
This documentary chronicles Syracuse's miraculous 2003 NCAA championship run, from their unranked status to their first national title. Through never-before-seen interviews with players like Carmelo Anthony and coach Jim Boeheim, this 78-minute film captures the untold story of a team that united an entire community against overwhelming odds.
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Runtime: 78.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Basketball: A Love Story
In Basketball: A Love Story, a thrilling collection of 62 interlocking, short documentary segments come together to create a visually enrapturing narrative about the game. This show boasts an impressive roster of 165 exclusive interviews, capturing the intricacies of love's involvement with basketball. An American production first aired in 2018, this groundbreaking series provides a unique perspective on the world of basketball through the lens of love, sparking the fascination and admiration of its viewers as they witness the unraveling of these compelling stories.
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Original Name: Basketball: A Love Story
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TMDb Rating: 6.0
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Languages: ["en"]
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Episode Runtime: [20]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Original Language: en
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Type: Documentary
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First Air Date: 2018-09-18
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Last Air Date: 2018-09-18
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Number of Seasons: 1
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Number of Episodes: 62
