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The Best Episodes of They Call Me Magic Season 1

Every episode of They Call Me Magic Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of They Call Me Magic Season 1!

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    They Call Me Magic Season 1 Episode 3 - Earvin
    8.4/10(106 votes)
    S1:E3

    Just as life is on the upswing, with marriage and a baby on the way, Magic receives an earth-shattering diagnosis that he's contracted HIV.

    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. They Call Me Magic Season 1 Episode 2 - Buck
    8.0/10(102 votes)
    S1:E2

    After clinching the 1980 NBA Championship, Magic's popularity soars. But his personal life is turbulent, and new NBA rivals emerge.

    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. They Call Me Magic Season 1 Episode 4 - Magic
    7.8/10(92 votes)
    S1:E4

    Fresh off the Dream Team's historic win, Magic stages a comeback while evolving into a business powerhouse and nurturing a growing family.

    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. They Call Me Magic Season 1 Episode 1 - JuneBug
    7.7/10(123 votes)
    S1:E1

    All eyes are on a young basketball sensation from Lansing, Michigan—dubbed “Magic”—the NBA's 1979 first overall draft pick.

    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Earvin" is the best rated episode of They Call Me Magic season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 106 votes. Directed by Rick Famuyiwa and written by Unknown, it aired on April 21, 2022. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Buck".