Shaq doing big things.
On Monday, November 14 at the Illuminarium in Atlanta, Ga., HBO hosted a red carpet premiere for the original four-part documentary SHAQ. From director Robert Alexander and Peter Berg’s Film 45 the four-part documentary details the life and career of NBA Hall of Famer and multi-hyphenate Shaquille O’Neal. SHAQ debuts WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT) with new episodes airing subsequent Wednesdays at the same time on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max.
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Shaquille O’Neal speaks during HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Shaquille O’Neal attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Robert Alexander and Shaquille O’Neal attend HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Shaquille O’Neal and Robert Alexander onstage during HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Robert Alexander attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Melissa Knowles attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Drumma Boy attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 14: Charles Barkley attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” at Illuminarium on November 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for HBO)
Featuring a series of revealing interviews with O’Neal, SHAQ tells the story of a basketball legend unlike any other, whose larger-than-life personality transcended the sport and transformed him into a cultural icon. The documentary series chronicles Shaq’s ascent to superstardom, as a dominant force who won four NBA championships, league MVP honors, and changed the game. It also encompasses his life off the court, from his upbringing in a military family to his deepest personal relationships, prosperous broadcasting, and business careers.
· Featured interviews: The series features new interviews with some of the most revered names in basketball. Interviews include O’Neal’s teammates Penny Hardaway, Dwyane Wade, Dennis Scott, Brian Shaw, Derek Fisher and Rick Fox; head coaches Phil Jackson and Pat Riley; and former Los Angeles Lakers General Manager, Jerry West. In addition, the series includes interviews with several members of O’Neal’s family, including his mother, Dr. Lucille O’Neal, siblings Jamal and Lateefah Harrison, and three of his children – Taahirah, Shareef, and Myles.
· Part One: “From Shaquille to Shaq”
Debut date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT)
The origin of Shaquille O’Neal’s legend- from a military household to NBA stardom.
Part Two: “The Rise”
Debut date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 (9:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT)
The forming of a new dynasty in Los Angeles as Shaq reaches the apex of his career.
Part Three: “The Fall”
Debut date: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7 (9:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT)
Shaq and the Lakers’ continued dominance leads to a “three-peat” but soon after comes to a crashing halt.
Part Four: “From Shaq to Shaquille”
Debut date: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14 (9:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT)
A champion once again in Miami before age and injuries lead Shaq to the next phase of his life.
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