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61*

61*

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

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 61*
  • Genres: TV Movie, Drama, History
  • Release Date: 2001-04-28
  • Runtime: 129 minutes
  • Rating: 6.981/10 (133 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 61* Productions Inc.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8704
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Barry Pepper

Barry Pepper

as Roger Maris

Thomas Jane

Thomas Jane

as Mickey Mantle

Anthony Michael Hall

Anthony Michael Hall

as Whitey Ford

Richard Masur

Richard Masur

as Milt Kahn

Bruce McGill

Bruce McGill

as Ralph Houk

Chris Bauer

Chris Bauer

as Bob Cerv

Jennifer Crystal Foley

Jennifer Crystal Foley

as Pat Maris ('61)

Christopher McDonald

Christopher McDonald

as Mel Allen

Haynes Brooke

Haynes Brooke

as Detroit Bartender

Bob Gunton

Bob Gunton

as Dan Topping

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Trailers & Clips

61* trailer

External Links

Keywords

sportsbaseballhistorical figurebaseball hall of famemajor league baseball (mlb)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 61*?

61* is a TV Movie, Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 2001-04-28.

Who are the main actors in 61*?

The main cast includes Barry Pepper, Thomas Jane, Anthony Michael Hall, Richard Masur, Bruce McGill, .

Where can I watch 61* online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if 61* is available.

Is 61* based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of 61*?

61* has an IMDb rating of 6.981/10 based on 133 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of 61*?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for 61*?

The soundtrack was composed by 61* Productions Inc.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was 61* filmed?

61* was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is 61*?

The total runtime of 61* is 129 minutes.

Is 61* suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to 61*?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to 61*.

Does 61* have a post-credit scene?

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

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