The Money Game: LSU | |
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Genre | Drama |
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Original language | English |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 6 |
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Camera setup | Diana Matos |
Running time | 38~43 minutes |
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Network | Amazon Prime Video |
Release | September 10, 2024 |
The Money Game: LSU is an American limited docuseries that combines drama with documentary storytelling, co-produced by Juliet Bartz and Raisa Zaidi, and directed by Drea Cooper. The series follows six student-athletes at LSU as they navigate the new world. The series stars an ensemble cast, which consists of Angel Reese, Livvy Dunne, Flau'jae, and Alia Armstrong.
The series premiered on streaming service Amazon Prime Video on 10 September 2024. [1]
Under the intense spotlight of one of the sports' most hotly debated topics, LSU student-athletes Olivia Dunne, Jayden Daniels, Angel Reese, Flau'jae Johnson, Alia Armstrong, and Trace Young navigate the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. that allow them to profit from endorsements. In the past, these rights were restricted by the NCAA.
Season | Title | Episodes | Originally released | ||
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1 | The Price Just Went Up | 6 | October 3, 2024 |
No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | Amazon Prime air date | |
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1 | 1 | "The Wild West" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | Tuesday, September 10 2024 | |
Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) has transformed numerous college athletes into celebrities, but neither fame nor fortune can protect them from the intense pressure of competition. Social media sensation and gymnast Olivia Dunne is determined to capture a championship in her senior year, while quarterback Jayden Daniels carries both his NFL ambitions and the hopes of Louisiana as he prepares for a high-stakes clash with archrival Alabama. | |||||||
2 | 2 | "The Price Just Went Up" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | September 10 2024 | |
LSU student-athletes experience the highs and lows of success, all while under the watchful eye of the public. Quarterback Jayden Daniels sees his Heisman aspirations slip away, while basketball standouts Angel Reese and Flau'jae Johnson rise to prominence, learning to navigate their growing stardom in women's sports. | |||||||
3 | 3 | "You Can't See Me" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | September 10 2024 | |
Olivia Dunne and the LSU gymnastics team aim to build early momentum in pursuit of a championship title. Meanwhile, Alia Armstrong, with her sights set on the Olympics, faces uncertainty in her senior season due to a lingering injury. In Baton Rouge, controversy erupts as the sudden, unexplained absence of a key player from the women’s basketball team sparks a wave of speculation and drama. | |||||||
4 | 4 | "Not Just an Athlete" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | September 10 2024 | |
As winter approaches and the Heisman ceremony looms, Jayden Daniels, now a top contender, fights to solidify his NFL future in his final college game. Meanwhile, Angel Reese makes a powerful return to the court, turning heads with her bold performances both in games and in the media. Like Reese, Olivia Dunne faces the harsh realities of online scrutiny, grappling with gender disparities that have surfaced in the NIL era. | |||||||
5 | 5 | "The Bag Man" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | September 10 2024 | |
Behind the scenes of NIL deals, booster collectives drive fierce fundraising efforts. Angel Reese debates between turning pro or staying for another season, while Olivia Dunne battles to secure her spot on the gymnastics roster. Meanwhile, Alia Armstrong's NIL opportunities are on the rise, further elevating her profile. | |||||||
6 | 6 | "Love of the Game" | Drea Cooper | Chelsea Coates | September 10, 2024 | September 10 2024 | |
LSU athletes confront new challenges as NIL regulations continue to shift. Angel Reese and her team face off against Iowa’s Caitlin Clark in a heated rivalry, while Olivia Dunne competes for the SEC gymnastics title. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels prepares for the upcoming NFL draft, awaiting his future in professional football. |
The Money Game: LSU premiered on Amazon Prime Video on September 10, 2024, [3] as a six-part limited series. [4] [5]
Scott Hines of decider.com gave the series a Positive review he stated The Money Game could’ve been dry, or limited in interest to only LSU fans. Instead, it’s a sharp and balanced look at how dramatically NIL has changed the world of college athletics. [6]
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