Becoming (2020 TV Series)

About Becoming

"Becoming" is a 2020 docuseries created by ESPN Films that made its debut on Disney+. It shares a series of intimate portrayals of athletes, celebrities, and musicians before they became famous. Through interviews and visually stunning images from their formative years, the series offers deep insights into the obstacles and challenges they faced on their journey to success.

Making / Production

The series was produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter's SpringHill Entertainment, directed by Nadia Hallgren. It's a beautifully pieced-together series of biographical snippets that offer deep connections with these now well-known figures before they achieved stardom.

Actors

• LeBron James - Narrator. He provides a voice-over for certain segments, lending his unique perspective to the stories being told.
• Ashley Tisdale - Subject. Her episode provides an in-depth look at her career, from her humble beginnings to her rise to fame as a Disney star.
• Nick Cannon - Subject. His episode delves into his life before reaching fame, exploring how he navigated challenges to find his success.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Becoming was originally conceived as a project for Disney Plus, marking an interesting partnership between Disney and LeBron James's SpringHill Entertainment.
• The series features not just athletes, but artists and musicians, making it a varied and interesting watch for a wide range of audiences.

Quotes

• "Everyone has a story. This is about where they came from." - LeBron James
• "I've learned so much on my journey." - Anthony Davis

Music, Soundtrack

• While the series doesn't feature a specific soundtrack, each episode is beautifully composed with music that complements the life and journey of the subject.

Note: The series, as of now, does not hold any awards. However, given the quality of content and production, nominations could likely be in the future.