Bill Russell
Where to watch Bill Russell in United States. On screen since 1961. Licensed apps only — 24 titles we track below.
William Felton "Bill" Russell was a legendary American professional basketball player who played as a center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969, widely regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history. Born on February 12, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana, Russell's impact on the game goes beyond statistics.
He played the center position for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969, winning an astonishing 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons. Renowned for his defensive prowess, leadership, and shot-blocking abilities, Russell was a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player and a 12-time NBA All-Star.
After retiring as a player, he transitioned to coaching, becoming the NBA's first African American head coach. Russell continued to influence the game, leaving an indelible mark on basketball both on and off the court.
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Miami Vice
Judge Roger Ferguson · 1984
Saturday Night Live
Self - Host · 1975
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage) · 2016
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self · 1962
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage) · 2016
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self · 1968
Bill Russell: Legend
Self · 2023
The Dick Cavett Show
Self - Guest · 1968
The Flip Wilson Show
Self · 1970
The White Shadow
Bill Russell · 1978
The Merv Griffin Show
Self · 1962
The Mike Douglas Show
Self · 1961
Celtics City
Self · 2025
Jim Brown: All-American
Self · 2002
On the Right Track
Robert · 1981
Basketball: A Love Story
Self · 2018
Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible
Self (Archive Footage) · 2021
:03 from Gold
Self (archive footage) · 2002
Iconoclasts
Self · 2005
The Journey of the African-American Athlete
Self · 1996
Fathers of the Sport
Himself · 2008
Rickles... On the Loose
Self · 1986
Bill Russell: My Life, My Way
2000
The Jackson 5: Goin' Back to Indiana
Self · 1971