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When It Was a Game

When It Was a Game

As seen through the eyes of true baseball enthusiasts, this award-winning documentary tells the story of America's favorite pastime from the Depression to the 1950s, using footage shot from the movie cameras of fans and players. From the first color filming of a baseball game to the 1938 World Series and through the careers of legends such as Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle, the film thoroughly explores the history of baseball in America.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: When It Was a Game
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 1991-07-08
  • Runtime: 57 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Black Canyon Productions, HBO Sports
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6497
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Peter Kessler

Peter Kessler

as Narrator (voice)

James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones

as (voice)

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

as (voice)

Roy Scheider

Roy Scheider

as (voice)

Donald Hall

Donald Hall

as Self (voice)

Enos Slaughter

Enos Slaughter

as Self (voice)

Elden Auker

Elden Auker

as Self (voice)

Billy Herman

Billy Herman

as Self (voice)

Tommy Henrich

Tommy Henrich

as Self (voice)

Burgess Whitehead

Burgess Whitehead

as Self (voice)

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is When It Was a Game?

When It Was a Game is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 1991-07-08.

Who are the main actors in When It Was a Game?

The main cast includes Peter Kessler, James Earl Jones, Jason Robards, Roy Scheider, Donald Hall, .

Where can I watch When It Was a Game online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if When It Was a Game is available.

Is When It Was a Game based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of When It Was a Game?

When It Was a Game has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of When It Was a Game?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for When It Was a Game?

The soundtrack was composed by Black Canyon Productions, HBO Sports. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was When It Was a Game filmed?

When It Was a Game was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is When It Was a Game?

The total runtime of When It Was a Game is 57 minutes.

Is When It Was a Game suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to When It Was a Game?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to When It Was a Game.

Does When It Was a Game have a post-credit scene?

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