Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom

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Overview

This documentary traces the life of Lamar Odom, from his rise to NBA fame and marriage to Khloé Kardashian to his near-fatal overdose in a Nevada brothel.

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Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom | Official Trailer | Netflix

Cast

Khloé Kardashian

Director:

Ryan Duffy

Release Date:

2026-03-31

Run Time:

81m

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Vote Average: 6.5/10

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Movie Popularity: 1.3368

Spoken Languages: English

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- 28 April 2026 at 3:53 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10 THE SUMMARY Part of Netflix’s acclaimed 'Untold' series, this documentary pulls back the curtain on the turbulent life of former NBA champion Lamar Odom. It traces his journey from a standout career with the Lakers to his high-profile marriage to Khloé Kardashian, leading up to the 2015 incident where he was found unresponsive in a Nevada brothel. With raw, firsthand interviews from Odom himself, his children, and even the brothel manager, the film explores the heavy toll of addiction and the "hidden pressures" of fame that nearly cost him everything. THE PROS The access is epic; seeing Lamar Odom be so vulnerably introspective on camera is a major win. It doesn't just focus on the headlines; it peels back the layers of his childhood and the personal losses that fueled his downward spiral. The documentary is punchy, clocking in at just over 80 minutes, ensuring it stays focused on the human story rather than just sports stats. It’s a good watch because it avoids being a puff piece, allowing his family and exes to be brutally honest about the damage his addiction caused. THE CONS It earns an 8/10 because watching the "train wreck" of Odom’s past can be genuinely harrowing and uncomfortable. The footage of him currently—where some viewers have noted he still seems to be struggling—makes the "Life" part of the title feel a bit like a damp squib compared to the tragedy. It misses a 9/10 mark because it occasionally leans into the reality-TV style drama associated with the Kardashians, which can feel slightly sluggish compared to the more serious investigative tone of other 'Untold' episodes. THE VERDICT An 8/10. A good movie and a total recommendation if you want a candid, no-holds-barred look at the dark side of celebrity. It’s a winner for its honesty alone. Go and watch it for the interviews with his children—they provide the most grounded and heartbreaking perspective on his legacy. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • Directorial Heritage: The film was directed by Ryan Duffy and developed by the Way Brothers (Chapman and Maclain Way), the duo behind 'Wild Wild Country' and the original 'Untold' series.• Love Ranch Insights: The documentary features a surprisingly candid interview with Richard Hunter, the former manager of the Love Ranch brothel, who provides a detailed account of the days leading up to Odom's overdose.• Long Road to Recovery: The film highlights that Odom suffered twelve strokes and six heart attacks during his medical emergency in 2015, making his survival and subsequent participation in the documentary a medical anomaly. THE VIBE Like a somber late-night conversation in a dimly lit room. It smells like hospital antiseptic, old gym leather, and expensive cigars.

Videos

Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom | Official Trailer | Netflix

Cast

Khloé Kardashian

Metta Sandiford-Artest

Anthony 'Pumpkin' Booker

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 28 April 2026 at 4:53 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10
THE SUMMARY
Part of Netflix’s acclaimed ‘Untold’ series, this documentary pulls back the curtain on the turbulent life of former NBA champion Lamar Odom. It traces his journey from a standout career with the Lakers to his high-profile marriage to Khloé Kardashian, leading up to the 2015 incident where he was found unresponsive in a Nevada brothel. With raw, firsthand interviews from Odom himself, his children, and even the brothel manager, the film explores the heavy toll of addiction and the “hidden pressures” of fame that nearly cost him everything.
THE PROS
The access is epic; seeing Lamar Odom be so vulnerably introspective on camera is a major win. It doesn’t just focus on the headlines; it peels back the layers of his childhood and the personal losses that fueled his downward spiral. The documentary is punchy, clocking in at just over 80 minutes, ensuring it stays focused on the human story rather than just sports stats. It’s a good watch because it avoids being a puff piece, allowing his family and exes to be brutally honest about the damage his addiction caused.
THE CONS
It earns an 8/10 because watching the “train wreck” of Odom’s past can be genuinely harrowing and uncomfortable. The footage of him currently—where some viewers have noted he still seems to be struggling—makes the “Life” part of the title feel a bit like a damp squib compared to the tragedy. It misses a 9/10 mark because it occasionally leans into the reality-TV style drama associated with the Kardashians, which can feel slightly sluggish compared to the more serious investigative tone of other ‘Untold’ episodes.
THE VERDICT
An 8/10. A good movie and a total recommendation if you want a candid, no-holds-barred look at the dark side of celebrity. It’s a winner for its honesty alone. Go and watch it for the interviews with his children—they provide the most grounded and heartbreaking perspective on his legacy.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
• Directorial Heritage: The film was directed by Ryan Duffy and developed by the Way Brothers (Chapman and Maclain Way), the duo behind ‘Wild Wild Country’ and the original ‘Untold’ series.
• Love Ranch Insights: The documentary features a surprisingly candid interview with Richard Hunter, the former manager of the Love Ranch brothel, who provides a detailed account of the days leading up to Odom’s overdose.
• Long Road to Recovery: The film highlights that Odom suffered twelve strokes and six heart attacks during his medical emergency in 2015, making his survival and subsequent participation in the documentary a medical anomaly.
THE VIBE
Like a somber late-night conversation in a dimly lit room. It smells like hospital antiseptic, old gym leather, and expensive cigars.

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