The World Champions (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Series · ★ 1
Released in 2016, The World Champions is a drama and family series.
What it’s about. A story about four pioneers who fathered the “Yugoslav school of basketball” and whose merit is the development of this sport in Europe. They are Nebojša Popović, Borisav Stanković, Radomir Šaper and Aleksandar Nikolić. The central event is the crucial game at World Cup 1970 between Yugoslavia and the United States. From the point of view of the main character, Nebojša Popović, we follow the growth and life path of enthusiasts, whose professional work, ideas, and efforts made their major dream come true, the first gold medal for Yugoslavia in world championships.
Who’s in it. The World Champions stars Strahinja Blažić as Nebojša Popović, Žarko Radić as Stari Nebojša Popović, Leon Lučev as Dane Štukalo and Rade Šerbedžija as Stari Dane Štukalo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The World Champions has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The World Champions page.
If you liked it. Fans of The World Champions tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The World Champions (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The World Champions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The World Champions worth watching?
- The World Champions holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The World Champions?
- The World Champions stars Strahinja Blažić, Žarko Radić, Leon Lučev, Rade Šerbedžija and Nevena Ristić.
- When was The World Champions released?
- The World Champions was released in 2016.