The Babe

"There Was Only One."

Apr 17 1992 PG 1h 55m
Biography, Drama, Sport

A chronicle of Babe Ruth's phenomenal story--from his hard knock beginnings at a Baltimore orphanage, to his meteoric rise to baseball superstardom and his poignant retirement from the game. His amazing career included seven American League pennants, four World Series championships, two tempestuous marriages and a wild lifestyle that earned him numerous suspensions.

Plot

Traces the career of Babe Ruth from his days as a youngster in an orphanage to his last days as a manager. Includes such moments as the famous predicted home run and the promise to little Johnny.

Written by

John Fusco

Directed by

Arthur Hiller

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions, Universal Pictures, Waterhorse Productions

Languages

English

Awards

1 nomination total

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Average Rating
5.9 out of 10
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