The Doctor

Nan
1h 30m
2013
6.2 /10 (6)

Overview

An NBA original documentary following Julius Erving throughout his ABA and NBA career, as well as his (sometimes heartbreaking) personal life. Narrated by Chuck D.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 2013-06-09
Director : Zak Levitt

Top Billed Cast

Julius Erving

Self (archive footage)

Chuck D

Narrator (voice)

Bill Walton

Self (archive footage)

George Gervin

Self (archive footage)

Doug Collins

Self (archive footage)

Pat Riley

Self (archive footage)

Bob Costas

Self (archive footage)

Magic Johnson

Self (archive footage)

Darryl Dawkins

Self (archive footage)

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