One in a Billion (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2016, One in a Billion is a documentary film directed by Roman Gackowski, running about 69 minutes.

What it’s about. In a country of 1.2 billion people and in a sport with billions of fans worldwide, there has yet to be a single Indian-born player drafted in the NBA. One in a Billion follows the global journey of Satnam Singh Bhamara from his home of Ballo Ke, a farming village in rural India, to the bright lights of New York City as he attempts to change history. Building up to a climactic draft night after years of hard work, Satnam hopes to finally create the long-awaited connection between India and the NBA.

Who’s in it. One in a Billion stars Dan Barto as Self, Balbir Singh Bhamara as Self and Satnam Singh Bhamara as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, One in a Billion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One in a Billion page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch One in a Billion (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for One in a Billion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is One in a Billion worth watching?
One in a Billion holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in One in a Billion?
One in a Billion stars Dan Barto, Balbir Singh Bhamara and Satnam Singh Bhamara.
When was One in a Billion released?
One in a Billion was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.