61* (2001)
Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?
2001 · R · 2h 9m · TV Movie, Drama, History
Genres: TV Movie, Drama, History
In 1961, Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle played for the New York Yankees. One, Mantle, was universally loved, while the other, Maris, was universally hated. Both men started off with a bang, and both were nearing Babe Ruth's 60 home run record. Which man would reach it?
Director: Billy Crystal
Writers: Hank Steinberg
Music by: Marc Shaiman
Cinematography: Haskell Wexler
Editor: Michael Jablow
Rated 7/10 by 149 viewers
Cast
Barry Pepper as Roger MarisThomas Jane as Mickey MantleAnthony Michael Hall as Whitey FordRichard Masur as Milt KahnBruce McGill as Ralph HoukChris Bauer as Bob CervJennifer Crystal Foley as Pat Maris ('61)Christopher McDonald as Mel AllenHaynes Brooke as Detroit BartenderBob Gunton as Dan ToppingDonald Moffat as Ford FrickJoe Grifasi as Phil RizzutoMore like this
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