The Announcement
"On November 7, 1991, suddenly everyone knew someone positive."
Originally released in 2012. The Announcement is a documentary film. directed by Nelson George.
Starring Magic Johnson
Synopsis
On Thursday, Nov. 7, 1991, Earvin "Magic" Johnson made people stop and watch at the Forum in Inglewood, Calif. But this time it wasn't his basketball brilliance as a perennial NBA All-Star and three-time MVP that was captivating audiences worldwide. Instead, the 32-year-old groundbreaking point guard was holding a press conference to make the stunning announcement that he was HIV-positive and would be retiring from basketball immediately.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 11, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN Films
- ESPN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Announcement about?
On Thursday, Nov. 7, 1991, Earvin "Magic" Johnson made people stop and watch at the Forum in Inglewood, Calif. But this time it wasn't his basketball brilliance as a perennial NBA All-Star and thre...
Who directed The Announcement?
The Announcement was directed by Nelson George.
How long is The Announcement?
The Announcement has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Announcement released?
The Announcement was released on March 11, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Announcement?
The main cast of The Announcement includes Magic Johnson.