Michael Jordan: An American Hero
Michael Jordan: An American Hero
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Sunday, April 18, 1999 | N/A |
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- Season: 1998-99
- Network: Family Channel
- Genre: Drama
- Category: Movies
- Subject Matter: Biography, Sports, True Story
- Based On: Taking to the Air written by Jim Naughton
- Misc.: Based On Book/Play
Plot Synopsis
Based on the book ''Taking to the Air: The Rise of Michael Jordan'' by Jim Naughton. The life of the legendary basketball star from his North Carolina upbringing; his rise with the Chicago Bulls; the tragic murder of his father; his initial retirement in 1993 to his return to the game in 1995 after a short stint as a baseball player. In 1999 he announced his permanent retirement from basketball.
Crew
- Lance H. Robbins - Executive Producer
- Mike Elliott - Producer
- Alan Metzger - Director
- Michael J. Murray - Writer
Production Company:
- Fox Family Films
Production Type:
- In-House
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