Crackle, the network that airs free TV and movies, has released the trailer for Promiseland. This six-episode docuseries chronicles the rise of Memphis Grizzlies star
and reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Ja Morant. The series was created and directed by Dexton Deboree (Unbanned: The Legend of AJ1). Featuring Ja Morant, Carmelo Anthony, A’Ja Wilson, Moneybagg Yo and more
Promiseland takes a fresh, visceral approach to exploring the intimate journey and personal evolution of Ja Morant, a remarkable athlete who comes of age during his rookie season in the NBA. The story unfolds in real time, shining a spotlight on the evolution of an extraordinary young man working hard to achieve his dreams of basketball superstardom. A small-town kid is thrust into a brave new world, made up of big business, power players, a small-market NBA franchise and a ravenous public spotlight, all while the radically unprecedented twists and turns of the 2019-2020 season come into focus.
Through the POV of this young man with the same fears, insecurities, hopes and dreams as any of us, we’ll experience the coming-of-age story of a kid who breaks the stereotype of many young athletes, and defies the odds to win Rookie of the Year. He inspires not only fans of the NBA but people all over the world as he proves to be a powerful example of character and integrity. Ja goes on to become a sports celebrity and an inspirational example to his generation as he personifies what a young modern sports superstar can be and so much more.
Promiseland features interviews with: NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony, WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson, Ja Morant’s father Tee Morant, Ja Morant’s mother Jamie Morant,
Ja Morant’s sister Teniya Morant, Ja Morant’s uncle and manager Phil Morant,
Memphis Grizzlies head basketball coach Taylor Jenkins, Memphis Grizzlies NBA star Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis Grizzlies NBA star Brandon Clarke, Murray State head basketball coach Matt McMahon, Rapper Moneybagg Yo, and more.
Promiseland is produced by DLP Media Group (30 for 30’s Lance, Rodman: For Better or Worse), Falkon Entertainment, RTG Features, Interscope Films and Waffle Iron Entertainment Soundtrack from Interscope Records, Original score from Steve “Swiff D” Thornton.
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