Overview

As seen through the eyes of true baseball enthusiasts, this award-winning documentary tells the story of America's favorite pastime from the Depression to the 1950s, using footage shot from the movie cameras of fans and players. From the first color filming of a baseball game to the 1938 World Series and through the careers of legends such as Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle, the film thoroughly explores the history of baseball in America.

Cast

Peter Kessler, James Earl Jones, Jason Robards, Roy Scheider, Donald Hall, Enos Slaughter, Elden Auker, Billy Herman

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Frequently asked

What is "When It Was a Game" about?

As seen through the eyes of true baseball enthusiasts, this award-winning documentary tells the story of America's favorite pastime from the Depression to the 1950s, using footage shot from the movie cameras of fans and players. From the first color filming of a baseball game to the 1938 World Series and through the careers of legends such as Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle, the film thoroughly explores the history of baseball in America.

When was "When It Was a Game" released?

When It Was a Game was released in 1991.

Who stars in "When It Was a Game"?

The cast includes Peter Kessler, James Earl Jones, Jason Robards, Roy Scheider.