Soul of the Game

Overview

In 1945, the world of baseball is divided between the Majors and the Negro Leagues - but the time has come for change. One team will be the first to sign a black player and only one player will be the first to take the field. The Brooklyn Dodgers want to make the deal that will make history. But the man they choose will have to be more than a great player - he has to have the charisma of a star. It soon comes down to three powerful and extraordinary players: legendary pitcher Satchel Paige; the greatest hitter in baseball Josh Gibson; and a rookie by the name of Jackie Robinson. Three player - three friends - three champions. Together they are unbeatable - but only one will cross the home plate into history.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

April 20, 1996

Original language

English

Spoken languages

english

Countries

United States of America

Production

HBO,Gary Hoffman Productions,Mike Medavoy Productions,Gary Hoffman Productions, Mike Medavoy Productions, HBO

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0115631