Magic Johnson
Known for Acting · 84 credits
- Born
- 1959-08-14 (age 66)
- Place of birth
- Lansing, Michigan, USA
- Also known as
- Earvin Johnson · Earvin "Magic" Johnson · Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr.
Biography
Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr. is an American former professional basketball player and two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. He is often regarded as the greatest point guard of all time. Johnson retired abruptly in 1991 after announcing that he had contracted HIV, but returned to play in the 1992 All-Star Game, winning the All-Star MVP Award. After protests from his fellow players, he retired again for four years, but returned in 1996, at age 36, to play 32 games for the Lakers before retiring for the third and final time. Johnson played 13 seasons in the National Basketball Association.
Known For
TV Shows (38)
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self
The Simpsons
1989
as Magic Johnson (voice)
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
as Self
Conan
2010
as Self
The Jennifer Hudson Show
2022
as Self - Guest
Malcolm in the Middle
2000
as Ringer Hockey Player
The View
1997
as Self - Guest
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003
as Self / Self - Guest
Empire
2015
as Earvin 'Magic' Johnson
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
as Self
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
as Self - Guest
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
as Self
black-ish
2014
as Magic Johnson
Arli$$
1996
as Magic Johnson
Punk'd
2003
as Self
The Parkers
1999
Basketball: A Love Story
2018
as Self
The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien
2009
as Self - Guest
Steve
2017
as Self
The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!
1989
The Chris Rock Show
1997
Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.
2021
as Magic Johnson
Hard Knocks
2001
The Arsenio Hall Show
2013
as Self
The Last Dance
2020
as Self
Deal or No Deal
2005
as Self
Bill Russell: Legend
2023
as Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
The Magic Hour
1998
as Self - Host
De pé a pá
1996
as Self
They Call Me Magic
2022
as Self
Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers
2022
as Self
Shut Up and Dribble
2018
as Self (archive footage)
Inside Schwartz
2001
as Magic Johnson
OBJECTified
2017
as Self
Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure
2022
as Self
It's the Shoes
2005
as Self
The Olympic Series: Golden Moments 1920 - 2002
2004
as Self
The 1991 NBA Finals
1991
Movies (46)
Jerry West: The Logo
2026
as Self
Are We Done Yet?
2007
as Self
Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You
1992
as Self - Host
The Earth Day Special
1990
as Self
She's Having a Baby
1988
as Magic Johnson (uncredited)
Voices That Care
1991
as Self
Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special
1988
as Self
Michael Jackson: Dangerous - The Short Films
1993
as Servant (uncredited)
The Redeem Team
2022
as Self (archive footage)
Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals
2010
as Self
Commitment to Life
2023
as Self (archive)
Ultimate Jordan
2001
as Self
We Beat the Dream Team
2025
as Self
Kobe Bryant's Muse
2015
as Self (archive footage)
Kareem: Minority of One
2015
as Self
Michael Jordan: His Airness
1999
as Self
Dreams Come True: A Celebration of Disney Animation
2009
NB90s
2013
Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992
2017
as Himself (archive footage)
Superstars and their Moms
1987
as Self
Dickie V
2022
as Self
NB80s
2011
as Self (archive footage)
101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment
2003
as Self (archive footage)
Detroit Pistons: 1988-1989 NBA Champions - Motor City Madness
1989
as Self - Los Angeles Lakers
All New Dazzling Dunks and Basketball Bloopers
1990
as Self (archive footage)
The Dream Team
2012
as Self
Bad Boys
2014
as Self (archive footage)
Michael Jordan: Air Time
1993
as Self
Los Angeles Lakers: 1984-1985 NBA Champions Return To Glory
2007
as Himself
Michael Jackson: Remember the Time
1992
as Herald
Ready or Not: The 96 NBA Draft
2021
Uptown Comedy Express
1987
The Iceman
2023
as Self
Michael Jordan: Above and Beyond
1996
as Self
NBA Dream Team
1993
as Self
Magic vs. Bird: The 1979 NCAA Championship Game
1979
as Michigan State Player
Below the Rim
1995
Los Angeles Lakers: '87 The Drive For Five
1987
as Himself
The Doctor
2013
as Self (archive footage)
The Announcement
2012
as Self
Utah in the ’70s
2026
as Himself (archival footage)
Unstoppable: The Bernard King Story
2013
as Self
Iceman: A George Gervin Story
2023
as Self
Magic Johnson: Always Showtime
1991
as Himself
Do You Believe in Magic?
2008
Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Carlos Manuel Baldomir
2006
as Self
About Magic Johnson
Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr. is an American former professional basketball player and two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. He is often regarded as the greatest point guard of all time. Johnson retired abruptly in 1991 after announcing that he had contracted HIV, but returned to play in the 1992 All-Star Game, winning the All-Star MVP Award. After protests from his fellow players, he retired again for four years, but returned in 1996, at age 36, to play 32 games for the Lakers before retiring for the third and final time. Johnson… With 84 credits spanning from 1962 to 2026, Magic Johnson has appeared in 46 films and 38 TV shows.
Fans searching for Magic Johnson movies, Magic Johnson filmography, or the latest projects starring Magic Johnson can stream many of these titles on Bowood.TV, free and in HD, with no subscription required.
Most Popular Magic Johnson Movies
- Jerry West: The Logo (2026) — as Self
- Are We Done Yet? (2007) — as Self
- Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You (1992) — as Self - Host
- The Earth Day Special (1990) — as Self
- She's Having a Baby (1988) — as Magic Johnson (uncredited)
Where to Watch Magic Johnson Films
Most Magic Johnson movies and series are available to stream on Bowood.TV in full HD, completely free and without signup. Browse the complete filmography above to jump directly to any title. For more films and the latest web series featuring Magic Johnson, check our movies catalogue and browse page.