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61* 2001

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?

Directed by: Billy Crystal
Written by: Hank Steinberg
Release date: 2001-04-28
Runtime: 129 minutes
Critics score:
80 / 100
Tagline: Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?
Cast:
Barry Pepper Barry Pepper
Roger Maris 
Thomas Jane Thomas Jane
Mickey Mantle 
Anthony Michael Hall Anthony Michael Hall
Whitey Ford 
Richard Masur Richard Masur
Milt Kahn 
Bruce McGill Bruce McGill
Ralph Houk 
Chris Bauer Chris Bauer
Bob Cerv 
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Also known as:
  • Home Run Race