When They Were Young
"The path to stardom"
Originally released in 2011. When They Were Young is a documentary film. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Dwyane Wade
Synopsis
Every NBA star can tell you exactly how they felt on the day they were drafted. It’s a time of anticipation and excitement as they are about to fulfill their ultimate dream: joining the NBA elite! Some, like Shaquille O’Neal, Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan, have had hall of fame careers. Others such as LeBron James, Dwight Howard and Chris Paul are still writing their own legends. Each player has etched a unique path to stardom, but how did it all begin? In this action-packed program, the NBA takes you back in time, with rare high school and even youth basketball footage of some of your favorite superstars. Go behind the scenes to draft day and watch all-time greats like Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade immediately electrify fans – and learn some hard lessons along the way that helped them become the incredible players they are today.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 13, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 1m
61 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- A+E Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When They Were Young about?
Every NBA star can tell you exactly how they felt on the day they were drafted. It’s a time of anticipation and excitement as they are about to fulfill their ultimate dream: joining the NBA elite...
How long is When They Were Young?
When They Were Young has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).
When was When They Were Young released?
When They Were Young was released on June 13, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When They Were Young?
The main cast of When They Were Young includes LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Kevin Garnett, Shaquille O'Neal.