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Clipped (miniseries)

For the 2015 TV series, see Clipped (TV series).

Clipped is an American sports drama television miniseries, created by Gina Welch and based on the ESPN 30 for 30 podcast The Sterling Affairs.[1] The series premiered on June 4, 2024, on FX on Hulu.[2][3] It focuses on the downfall of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling, amid the team's drive to win a championship under coach Doc Rivers.[4][5] The miniseries received generally positive reviews from critics.

Clipped
GenreSports drama
Created byGina Welch
Based onThe Sterling Affairs
by Ramona Shelburne
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes6
Production
Executive producers
Production companies
Original release
NetworkFX on Hulu
ReleaseJune 4 (2024-06-04) –
July 2, 2024 (2024-07-02)

Cast

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Main

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Recurring

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Production

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In April 2022, FX gave permission to go ahead with a six-episode limited series titled The Sterling Affairs, with Laurence Fishburne and Jacki Weaver being respectively cast as Doc Rivers and Shelly Sterling.[11] In January 2023, Harriet Samson Harris, Corbin Bernsen, Yvonna Pearson, Jock McKissic, Darryl Wesley, Rich Sommer, and Clifton Davis joined the cast.[12] The miniseries is executive produced by showrunner and creator Gina Welch, alongside Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Zanne Devine, Ramona Shelburne, and director Kevin Bray.[13]

Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten by [14]Original release date [15]
1"White Party"Kevin BrayGina WelchJune 4, 2024 (2024-06-04)
2"A Blessing and a Curse"Kevin BrayGina WelchJune 4, 2024 (2024-06-04)
3"Let the Games Began"Francesca GregoriniTracey Scott WilsonJune 11, 2024 (2024-06-11)
4"Winning Ugly"Kevin BrayTearrance Arvelle ChisholmJune 18, 2024 (2024-06-18)
5"The Best Words"Francesca GregoriniGina WelchJune 25, 2024 (2024-06-25)
6"Keep Smiling"Michael BliedenRembert Browne & Gina WelchJuly 2, 2024 (2024-07-02)

Release

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The trailer of Clipped was released by Hulu on April 25, 2024.[16] The miniseries premied on Hulu on June 4, 2024.[17] The first two episodes were released, while the remaining four episodes were released on a weekly basis.[18] Internationally, the miniseries was made available to stream on Disney .[19]

Reception

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The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 88% approval rating with an average rating of 7.30/10, based on 33 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Sordid and soapy as befitting the story of Donald Sterling's fall from grace, Clipped's terrific ensemble brings this memorable cast of real-life characters to vivid life."[20] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 72 out of 100 based on 21 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[21]

Alison Herman of Variety draws a comparison to HBO's Winning Time, noting that while both shows explore the world of Los Angeles basketball, Clipped takes a more focused and contained approach. They praised the series for its quick pace and its ability to capture the chaotic, scandalous atmosphere surrounding the incident. Herman also highlighted O'Neill's performance as Sterling, describing it as both loathsome and darkly humorous, and complimented the portrayal of Doc Rivers and the Clippers players as sympathetic figures caught in a moral and professional dilemma. However, Herman pointed out that the show is less successful when it tries to expand beyond the immediate scandal to address broader social issues, sometimes feeling forced or overly didactic.[22] Shawn Laib of Den of Geek gave Clipped a score of four out of five stars, praised O'Neill's portrayal of Sterling, describing his performance as Emmy-worthy, saying the actor captures Sterling's unsettling quirks and inappropriate behavior, making his portrayal both disturbing and ironically humorous. Laib said Coleman brings depth to V. Stiviano who, in real life, remained an enigmatic figure. Despite complimenting the artistic expression in the series, recognizing its understanding of the intricate details of the events, Laib questioned the timing of the show, suggesting that the story might be too recent to fully engage viewers, as the events are still fresh in the public's memory.[23]

Margaret Lyons of The New York Times acknowledged Clipped as an effective retelling of the Sterling scandal, strengthened by strong performances from Fishburne, Coleman, O'Neill, and Weaver. However, Lyons said the series' lack of nuance and originality, pointing out that while it covers the fundamentals well, it often leans on repetition and avoids subtlety. They compared Clipped to other sports docudramas and podcast-to-TV adaptations, but suggested it does not offer any fresh insights or provoke a cultural reassessment, instead simply reaffirming what was already known. Even though it does not get further into its issues, Lyons complimented the miniseries for its clarity and pace despite its shortcomings.[24] Robert Lloyd of Los Angeles Times praised Coleman's nuanced performance as V. Stiviano, saying she balances ambition and vulnerability, making her the standout. Neill and Fishburne are also noted for their strong performances, with Fishburne's portrayal of Doc Rivers adding a more grounded, sympathetic element to the series. Despite its clever writing and notable performances, Lloyd found Clipped more diverting than compelling, questioning whether the story's characters are worth truly caring about.[25]

References

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  1. ^ "'Clipped' miniseries: Catching up on the story and how to watch". ESPN.com. July 9, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  2. ^ Zhan, Jennifer (April 25, 2024). "The L.A. Clippers Scandal Will Be Clipped for TV". Vulture. Retrieved April 30, 2024.
  3. ^ Haring, Bruce (April 26, 2024). "'Clipped' Trailer: FX Series Re-Creates The L.A. Clippers Scandal That Rocked The NBA". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
  4. ^ Clipped (Biography, Drama, Sport), Jock McKissic, Laurence Fishburne, Jacki Weaver, Color Force, FX Productions, 2024-06-04, retrieved 2024-06-06{{citation}}: CS1 maint: others (link)
  5. ^ Travers, Ben (April 25, 2024). "'Clipped' Trailer: Donald Sterling's Disgraced L.A. Clippers Exit Forms FX's Latest Scandal Series". IndieWire. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
  6. ^ MacArthur, Greg (June 4, 2024). "Clipped Cast & Real-Life Character Guide". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  7. ^ Manfredi, Lucas (June 4, 2024). "FX's 'Clipped' Cast vs. Their Real-Life Counterparts | Photos". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  8. ^ Edwards, Belen (February 10, 2024). "FX's sports drama 'Clipped' tackles Donald Sterling's racist downfall". Mashable. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  9. ^ Irving, Kyle (2024-06-05). "Meet the full cast of FX's Clipped, from Donald Sterling actor to Doc Rivers and Clippers players | Sporting News". The Sporting News. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  10. ^ Tendulkar, Siddhi (June 8, 2024). "Clipped season 1: Full list of cast in the miniseries". Sportskeeda. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
  11. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (April 4, 2022). "Laurence Fishburne & Jacki Weaver To Star In 'The Sterling Affairs' FX Limited Series About Disgraced LA Clippers Owner". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  12. ^ Petski, Denise (January 17, 2023). "'The Sterling Affairs': Harriet Sansom Harris, Corbin Bernsen Among Seven Cast In FX Limited Series About Disgraced LA Clippers Owner". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  13. ^ Darwish, Meaghan (June 5, 2024). "See FX's 'Clipped' Cast vs. Real People of LA Clippers Scandal". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  14. ^ "Clipped". Writers Guild of America West. Retrieved June 13, 2024.
  15. ^ "Shows A-Z - clipped on fx on hulu". The Futon Critic. Retrieved May 5, 2024.
  16. ^ Kelley, Aidan (June 3, 2024). "The Dark History of the Los Angeles Clippers Is Revealed in This New FX Series". Collider. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  17. ^ Piva, Sloan (June 3, 2024). "Where to watch Clipped FX miniseries including live streams, TV channel, time, full episode schedule and more | Sporting News". The Sporting News. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  18. ^ Manfredi, Lucas (June 4, 2024). "'Clipped' Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Air?". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  19. ^ Marshall, Adam (June 19, 2024). "How to watch Clipped basketball miniseries from anywhere". TechRadar. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  20. ^ "Clipped: Limited Series". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
  21. ^ "Clipped (2024)". Metacritic. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
  22. ^ Herman, Alison (June 4, 2024). "FX's 'Clipped' Is a Fast-Paced, Fittingly Trashy Take on the Donald Sterling Scandal: TV Review". Variety. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  23. ^ Laib, Shawn (June 4, 2024). "Clipped Review: FX Series Dramatizes an Unbelievable Sports Scandal". Den of Geek. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  24. ^ Lyons, Margaret (June 5, 2024). "'Clipped' Is a Juicy Sports Docudrama". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
  25. ^ Lloyd, Robert (June 4, 2024). "'Clipped' is a smartly written saga about the off-court triangle involving Donald Sterling". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
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