"Memes & Nightmares" - Stream on Hulu from February 20

Disney-ESPN's Andscape Debuts Trailer for New Feature, "Memes & Nightmares," A Tribeca Film Festival Selection

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Published: February 11, 2025 -- When one of the most popular memes of NBA X (formerly Twitter) goes missing without a trace, it’s up to social media king Josiah Johnson to solve a mystery that goes to the highest levels of the Association and the darkest reaches of the Internet.

A documentary from executive producers LeBron James and Maverick Carter. Memes & Nightmares streams on Hulu February 20.

The vibrant world of NBA Twitter. Guided by the witty and iconic social-media personality Josiah Johnson (aka King Josiah) and his equally hilarious co-star Jamel Johnson (no relation!), the film weaves a dark, satirical buddy-cop mystery as "the Brothers Johnson" unravel the culture of memes, viral moments, and digital fandom that have turned basketball into a 24/7 cultural phenomenon. Packed with humor, unforgettable stories, unexpected guests, and the absurd brilliance of internet culture, Memes & Nightmares reveals how social media has forever transformed the way the NBA is experienced and celebrated. Whether you're a die-hard NBA fan, a lover of memes, or someone who thrives on the chaos and creativity of the internet, this film offers a unique look at the intersection of sports and digital culture.

Directors/Writers: Charles Todd, Matt Mitchener

Executive Produced by: LeBron James, Maverick Carter

Executive Producers: Jason Aidoo, Mary Almonte, Louis Arbetter, Dwayne Bray, Philip Byron, Yasmin Grant, Max Hirsch, Devin Johnson, Josiah Johnson, Robert Kandle, Jamal Henderson, Allison Polly, Sheira Rees-Davies, Erica Smith, Michael Smith

Notable Cast: Josiah Johnson, Jamel Johnson, J.R. Smith, Flavor Flav, Jalen Rose, Metta World Peace, Gilbert Arenas, Matt Barnes, Jemele Hill, Darius Miles, The Kid Mero and Ros Gold

"Memes & Nightmares" was produced by Uninterrupted, Starry, Scheme Engine and the PepsiCo Content Studio.

About

About Andscape:

Andscape is a Black content studio that explores the depth of Black identity through its power in sports and culture. Magnified by the power and reach of The Walt Disney Company, the Andscape umbrella includes daily journalism, film, television, book publishing and music.

About STARRY:

STARRY(R) infuses its crisp, clear and refreshing lemon lime flavor into pop culture as the Official Soft Drink of the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League in North America and the title sponsor of the 3-Point Contest at NBA/WNBA All-Star Weekend. Striving to bring fans closer to the action than ever before, STARRY Hits Different(TM), and continues to shake up the game in a category that has been dominated by one major player for years. STARRY is available in both Regular and Zero Sugar offerings across major retailers and convenience stores nationwide.

About PEPSICO CONTENT STUDIO:

The PepsiCo Content Studio is an award winning in-house studio that produces original programming for PepsiCo brands. The Studio's work has been selected at over 20 Film Festivals including Sundance, Tribeca, SXSW, TIFF and has been distributed on HBO, ESPN, Prime Video, AppleTV and Showtime as well as theatrically. Recent projects include "Stewart 27", "The Show: California Love", "Nicholas Brothers: Stormy Weather", "Hood River" and "The Rugby Boys of Memphis."

About UNINTERRUPTED:

UNINTERRUPTED is the award-winning athlete storytelling brand, within The SpringHill Company (TSHC), founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, that combines revolutionary content, experiences and consumer products. Since 2015, the UNINTERRUPTED brand has existed to partner with athletes to invite the sports community to celebrate the humanity in sport through culturally connected content. UNINTERRUPTED original content properties and franchises include Top Class, Iman Amongst Men and more. The award-winning studio team for the UNINTERRUPTED brand develops and produces high-quality sports-centered television, film, and theatrical releases with the biggest creators, brands and platforms in the world. All UNINTERRUPTED studio projects are empowerment led, where content isn't simply to entertain, but to inspire with thought-provoking themes, conversations and journeys. Studio projects within the unscripted and documentary space for UNINTERRUPTED include Starting 5, Untold: Sign Stealer, On The Rise: JuJu Watkins, What's My Name: Muhammad Ali, Greatness Code, Top Class, Golden: The Journey of USA's Elite Gymnasts, The Redeem Team and more. For more information visit www.uninterrupted.com and follow @UNINTERRUPTED on social media.

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