Be Good Johnny Weir

Name: Be Good Johnny Weir
Released: 2010-01-18T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Johnny Weir, Patti Weir, Galina Zmievskaya

TV Show · Documentary · LGBTQ

Figure skater Johnny Weir made a name for himself in the sport thanks to his flamboyant outfits and unpredictable personality. This series follows the three-time U.S. champion as he prepares for the biggest challenge of his career: the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. After finishing fifth in the previous competition, Weir makes a bold move by starting fresh with new coach Galina Zmievskaya. Episodes document the colorful athlete's trials and travails both on and off the ice, as he glides from the 2008 World Championships to the moment of truth in Vancouver, British Columbia.

2010 · 25m

Starring Johnny Weir, Patti Weir, Galina Zmievskaya

Director David Barba, James Pellerito

EPISODE 2

Here's Johnny!

Johnny and Galina head to Sweden.

25m
EPISODE 3

Johnny on the Rocks

Johnny heads into the 2009 U.S. nationals in a weakened state.

25m
EPISODE 4

Putting the Johnny in Johnny

Johnny searches for the spark that makes his routine unique.

25m
EPISODE 5

Back in the U.S.S.R.

The first event of the season, the 2009 Cup of Russia, has special meaning for Johnny, who has a lifelong passion for all things Russian.

25m
EPISODE 6

Big in Japan

Johnny continues his training in the hopes of making the trip back to Japan for the Grand Prix Final. As the results from Skate Canada come in, Johnny finds out he has made the Final. He ramps it up in practice before leaving for Tokyo.

25m
EPISODE 7

Back on Top

Johnny prepares for Nationals by dumping his long program costume and redesigning it. As Johnny arrives at the 2010 Nationals, the pressure is on: he must make the podium or risk being left off the US Olympic Team for Vancouver.

25m

Johnny Weir

Self
Patti Weir

Actor
Galina Zmievskaya

Actor
David Barba

Director
James Pellerito

Director
Becca Bender

Producer
James Pellerito

Producer

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