Kevin Costner's 2014 sports drama Draft Day rebooted for TV with a shift to NBA
Lionsgate TV, SpringHill (founded by NBA star LeBron James and Maverick Carter), and Madison Wells are teaming up for the project. The original movie, directed by Ivan Reitman, starred Costner, Jennifer Garner, and Chadwick Boseman, and explored the high-stakes decisions of an NFL general manager during draft day.
According to Deadline, the upcoming series will replicate the intense drama of Draft Day while exploring the NBA world, showcasing players achieving their dreams of being drafted. Jamal Henderson, SpringHill's Chief Content Officer, emphasized the show's dynamic, character-driven narrative, capturing the pressures and triumphs of professional sports.
Scott Herbst, EVP and Head of Scripted Development at Lionsgate Television, expressed confidence in the project, praising LeBron James and SpringHill's dedication to sports entertainment. 'With SpringHill's oversight, this project is in the best possible hands,' he noted.
Madison Wells CEO Gigi Pritzker, who produced the original film, shared her excitement about adapting Draft Day into a scripted series. She stated, 'This is the right time to move the story to episodic format.'
While no writer or premiere date has been announced, the show will build on Lionsgate's history of sports content, including Warrior, Blue Mountain State, and Uncle Drew. SpringHill's recent successes include Hustle on Netflix and Disney+'s The Crossover.
The 2014 film Draft Day is currently streaming on Peacock.
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