In the heart of Silicon Valley, where innovation meets ambition, a new kind of revolution was quietly brewing—not in tech, but on the hardwood floors of Oracle Arena. And at the center of it all stood a 6’2″ guard from Davidson College with a boyish smile, a lightning-quick release, and a belief that the impossible was merely unattempted.
Netflix’s newest sports documentary, Legacy in Motion, dives into the electric career of NBA megastar Stephen Curry, tracing his journey from overlooked college recruit to the face of a basketball dynasty. But more than a tale of trophies and titles, the film reveals the emotional and cultural ripple effects of a man who changed the game—not by towering over opponents, but by outthinking, outworking, and outshooting them.
Chapter One: The Underdog Blueprint
The documentary opens with grainy footage of a teenage Curry in his father’s backyard, tirelessly perfecting his jumper. Interviews with Dell Curry and childhood coaches recount Stephen’s early days—too small, too skinny, often doubted.
But doubt was the fuel. At Davidson, Curry wasn’t just scoring points—he was lighting wildfires. Archival clips of the 2008 NCAA Tournament run flash across the screen, showing a young man who turned March Madness into his personal showcase. “That was the moment,” says one commentator, “the world realized we were watching something rare.”
Chapter Two: Building the Dynasty
The story pivots to Curry’s entry into the NBA—drafted 7th overall in 2009 by the Golden State Warriors, a franchise then mired in irrelevance. Through candid interviews with Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, and Coach Steve Kerr, we witness how a team, once known more for chaos than cohesion, evolved into a basketball machine.
In slow-motion sequences paired with orchestral swells, viewers relive the 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022 championship runs. Off-the-court moments—like locker room laughs, family dinners, and philanthropic projects—bring out the human behind the hero.
Chapter Three: The Revolution He Sparked
Steph didn’t just win—he changed the way the game is played. Sports scientists, analysts, and former players detail how Curry’s deep threes, floor spacing, and off-ball movement forced a global basketball reset. Footage from Chinese pickup games, African youth tournaments, and inner-city leagues shows young players pulling up from 30 feet like it’s second nature.
“Stephen Curry democratized greatness,” says a voiceover. “He made kids believe that skill could trump size. That heart could outweigh height.”
Chapter Four: Beyond the Arc
The final act explores Curry’s growing influence beyond basketball: his business ventures, advocacy for youth education, and his impact on culture. Appearances from Barack Obama, Serena Williams, and LeBron James underscore Curry’s role as a symbol of integrity, perseverance, and quiet leadership in the spotlight.
The documentary closes with Curry walking alone through Chase Center, lights dimmed, his footsteps echoing. In voiceover, Curry reflects:
“I was never trying to be the loudest in the room. Just the one they couldn’t ignore.”
Fade to black.
