The Battered Bastards of Baseball
Jan 20, 2014 | IMDB 7.5
80 min Watch NowDocumentary
Hollywood veteran Bing Russell creates the only independent baseball team in the country—alarming the baseball establishment and sparking the meteoric rise of the 1970s Portland Mavericks.
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The Magic Inside: The 2010 Season of the World Champion San Francisco Giants
Only the Ball Was White
Tour De Force
Hoop Dreams
Baseball Punx
Almost Perfect: The 99th Pitch
Baseball Girls
2005 Houston Astros: The Championship Season
A Man Named Mays
Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson
The Curious Case of Curt Flood
Extra Innings from 9/11: 20 Years Later
The Day The Series Stopped
Tears of Joy: 2015 New York Mets
The Last Season: The Life and Demolition of Baltimore's Memorial Stadium
Flatball: A History of Ultimate
Wrigley Field: Beyond the Ivy
Vintage World Series Films: New York Mets
The Last Game
Brothers in Exile
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The Magic Inside: The 2010 Season of the World Champion San Francisco Giants
IMDB 0 | Dec , 2010
From the April home opener to the glorious November victory parade, this team was bonded by a trust - a belief - dare we say: The Magic Inside. The team-first attitudes of veterans and newcomers alike blended with the positive style of manager Bruce Bochy to create a superb and sustaining chemistry. AT&T Park overflowed with waves of orange-and-black devotees throughout the year - hoping beyond hope that their Giants would bring them the first World Series title in San Francisco history. Often it was tortuous. But always it was magic.Only the Ball Was White
IMDB 9 | Feb , 1980
Throughout the 1900's, before Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier in 1946, black baseball talent blossomed in the Negro Leagues. Baseball buffs still sing the praises of Josh Gibson who could be counted on to hit 70 homeruns in a season, and Satchel Paige who pitched over 100 no-hitters in his career. Only the Ball Was White pays tribute to the many topflight players from the Negro Leagues. Narrated by actor Paul Winfield, the program documents a bygone bittersweet era in baseball and the men who were denied stardom by the color line. Ballplayers throughout the country were interviewed for this program, all of them quick to tell tales of the life, the competition, and the camaraderie. These include: Satchel Paige, Roy Campanella, Buck Leonard, Jimmy Crutchfield, David Malarcher, Effa Manley, and Quincy Trouppe.Tour De Force
IMDB 0 | Apr , 2024
A mixed media mini-doc on the triumphs and pains of creating a first film. High expectations and unexpected losses can kill your darlings.Hoop Dreams
IMDB 7.6 | Sep , 1994
Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years.Baseball Punx
IMDB 0 | Jan , 2018
A documentary exploring the sporadic connections between baseball and punk rock.Almost Perfect: The 99th Pitch
IMDB 0 | Apr , 2024
On April 20, 1990, Seattle Mariners' starting pitcher, Brian Holman, faces off against the Oakland Athletics in an heart-breaking performance that stands as one of the most rare events in Major League Baseball history.Baseball Girls
IMDB 0 | Sep , 1995
This feature documentary uses animation, archival stills and live-action footage to detail the history of women's participation in the largely male-dominated world of baseball and softball. Zany and affectionate, it features 7-year-olds learning the rules and skills of the game and 50-year-olds hitting home runs, from the early days of the Bloomer Girls to the heyday of the Colorado Silver Bullets.2005 Houston Astros: The Championship Season
IMDB 6 | Apr , 2006
The Houston Astros overcame the worst start in franchise history to win the National League.A Man Named Mays
IMDB 0 | Jul , 1963
A candid, inside look at one of the greatest ballplayers ever, up through the 1963 season. Many highlights from Willie Mays's career are shown, including his 4-homer night against the Braves, his 400th homer against the Cardinals, and his 2000th hit.Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson
IMDB 8.4 | Oct , 2017
In honor of Homer's journey to the Hall of Fame, MLB all-stars and Springfield locals look back at the greatest corporate softball game ever played.The Curious Case of Curt Flood
IMDB 8 | Jul , 2011
Inside the life of former baseball star Curt Flood whose fight against MLB's 'Reserve Clause' led to reform, but destroyed his career.Extra Innings from 9/11: 20 Years Later
IMDB 0 | Sep , 2021
A look back at how America's national pastime, Major League Baseball, brought the victims' families, New York City, the fans, and the entire country back to some sense of normalcy after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center on 9/11. Manager of the New York Yankees, Joe Torre, and the New York Mets, Bobby Valentine, guide us through the heartfelt stories that show the resilience of the city and country, and a message of hope that people can bounce back from tragedy.The Day The Series Stopped
IMDB 7.4 | Oct , 2014
On Oct. 17, 1989, at 5:04 p.m. PT, soon after Al Michaels and Tim McCarver started the ABC telecast for Game 3 of the World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland Athletics, the ground began to shake beneath Candlestick Park. Even before that moment, this had promised to be a memorable matchup: the first in 33 years between teams from the same metropolitan area, a battle featuring larger-than-life characters and equally colorful fan bases. But after the 6.9 Loma Prieta earthquake rolled through, bringing death and destruction, the Bay Area pulled together, and baseball took a backseat.Tears of Joy: 2015 New York Mets
IMDB 0 | Dec , 2015
In 2015, we witnessed perhaps the greatest 6 week turnaround in baseball history, one that captivated a fan base and re-invigorated New York City.The Last Season: The Life and Demolition of Baltimore's Memorial Stadium
IMDB 0 | May , 2002
"The Last Season" follows the stadium's last year, the fans' communal last look, the witnessing of the wrecking ball and the great fall of the Memorial Wall.Flatball: A History of Ultimate
IMDB 7.2 | Oct , 2016
On May 8, 1989, Sports Illustrated ran an article about Ultimate frisbee… about a team with no name hailing from New York City that was about to change the sport forever. From its 1968 New Jersey birth to its unanimous 2015 recognition by the International Olympic Committee, FLATBALL circles the globe to showcase four decades of world-class Ultimate and goes even further: to a set of fields in the Middle East to understand and demystify the unique spirit of the game.Wrigley Field: Beyond the Ivy
IMDB 0 | Sep , 2001
Actor William Petersen narrates this documentary about Chicago's venerable baseball stadium, Wrigley Field, focusing on a variety of quirky fans who've spent so much time there that they've become part of the stadium experience. These colorful Cubs enthusiasts tell their stories and discuss how both baseball and Wrigley Field have become an integral part of their lives. A bonus feature on Comiskey Park -- home of the rival White Sox -- is included.Vintage World Series Films: New York Mets
IMDB 0 | Sep , 2006
The World Series champion Mets of 1969 and 1986 were embraced by fans for their pitching, personalities, and perseverance. In 1969, the world was mesmerized by man's first steps on the moon. The world of baseball was equally transfixed by the Mets. New York relied on pitching from Tom Seaver and Jerry Koosman, and the hitting of Tommie Agee and Cleon Jones to register the Club's first 100-win season. It took the 1986 Mets two games to recover from a grueling NLCS, and then the fiery Lenny Dykstra led the charge. With two road victories pushing the Fall Classic back to Shea Stadium, the stage was set for Game Six--and arguably the most remarkable comeback in baseball history...The Last Game
IMDB 0 | Feb , 2026
The 57 year history of the Oakland Athletics baseball team is recalled through the memories and stories of its most dedicated fans.Brothers in Exile
IMDB 7.5 | Nov , 2014
Major League Baseball has been transformed by the influx of Cuban players such as Aroldis Chapman, Yasiel Puig and Jose Abreu. But a special debt of gratitude is owed to two half-brothers, whose courage two decades ago paved the way for their stardom. "Brothers in Exile" tells the incredible story of Livan and Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez, who risked their lives to get off the island.