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61*

Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?

7.02001R2h 9mEnglish

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?

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Starring

Barry Pepper, Thomas Jane, Anthony Michael Hall

Directed by

Billy Crystal

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61*

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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?

Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?

Information

Released
Apr 28, 2001
Runtime
2h 9m
Status
Released

Language & origin

Original audio
English
Country
US
Rating
R
Directed by
Billy Crystal

Production

Studio
61* Productions Inc.

Cast

People in this story

Barry PepperRoger Maris
Thomas JaneMickey Mantle
Anthony Michael HallWhitey Ford
Richard MasurMilt Kahn
Bruce McGillRalph Houk
Chris BauerBob Cerv
Jennifer Crystal FoleyPat Maris ('61)
Christopher McDonaldMel Allen
Haynes BrookeDetroit Bartender
Bob GuntonDan Topping
Donald MoffatFord Frick
Joe GrifasiPhil Rizzuto

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