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70% Critic Match
61*
“Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?”
7.0 / 10• 2001• 2h 9m•R• English
TV MovieDramaHistory
Storyline
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?
Cast & Crew
Barry Pepper
Roger Maris
Lead
Thomas Jane
Mickey Mantle
Anthony Michael Hall
Whitey Ford
Richard Masur
Milt Kahn
Bruce McGill
Ralph Houk
Chris Bauer
Bob Cerv
Jennifer Crystal Foley
Pat Maris ('61)
Christopher McDonald
Mel Allen
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Billy Crystal's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. 61* is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
