When It Was a Game 3

Overview

In this third entry of the ongoing HBO documentary series celebrating America's favorite pastime, the focus is on the 1960s, when Major League Baseball was slowly evolving from pure sport to big-bucks entertainment. Using footage of players and fans, the film covers the Yankees' ascension to greatness, the western expansion of both leagues, the increasing inclusion of black players and the rise of free agency.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

July 17, 2000

Original language

English

Production

HBO,HBO Sports,Black Canyon Productions,Black Canyon Productions, HBO Sports

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0283683