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Fear Strikes Out

Fear Strikes Out

This is Jimmy, balanced on the ragged edge of violence, twisted and trapped by a world he never made…

True story of the life of Jimmy Piersall, who battled mental illness to achieve stardom in major league baseball.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Fear Strikes Out
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1957-03-28
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (20 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.1425
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Anthony Perkins

Anthony Perkins

as Jimmy Piersall

Karl Malden

Karl Malden

as John Piersall

Norma Moore

Norma Moore

as Mary Piersall

Adam Williams

Adam Williams

as Doctor Brown

Perry Wilson

Perry Wilson

as Mrs. John Piersall

Peter J. Votrian

Peter J. Votrian

as Jim Piersall as a Boy

Richard Bull

Richard Bull

as Reporter Slade (uncredited)

Morgan Jones

Morgan Jones

as Sandy Allen (uncredited)

Edd Byrnes

Edd Byrnes

as Boy in Car Assisting Jimmy Up Stairway (uncredited)

Brian G. Hutton

Brian G. Hutton

as Bernie Sherwill (uncredited)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Fear Strikes Out Original Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fear Strikes Out?

Fear Strikes Out is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1957-03-28.

Who are the main actors in Fear Strikes Out?

The main cast includes Anthony Perkins, Karl Malden, Norma Moore, Adam Williams, Perry Wilson, .

Where can I watch Fear Strikes Out online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Fear Strikes Out is available.

Is Fear Strikes Out based on a true story?

This is Jimmy, balanced on the ragged edge of violence, twisted and trapped by a world he never made…

What is the IMDb rating of Fear Strikes Out?

Fear Strikes Out has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 20 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Fear Strikes Out?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Fear Strikes Out?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Fear Strikes Out filmed?

Fear Strikes Out was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Fear Strikes Out?

The total runtime of Fear Strikes Out is 100 minutes.

Is Fear Strikes Out suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Fear Strikes Out?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Fear Strikes Out.

Does Fear Strikes Out have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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