When It Was a Game 3
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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.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2000-07-17
Runtime: 57 mins
Director:
Writer: Steven Stern
Spoken language: English
Genres: Documentary, History
Original title: When It Was a Game 3
Production Companies: Black Canyon Productions, HBO Sports
Production Countries: United States of America
Cast
Liev Schreiber
Andre Braugher
Kevin Costner
Rita Moreno
Billy Crystal
Bob Costas
Leonard Koppett
Bill Monbouquette
Joe Pepitone
Jim Bouton
Maury Wills
Frank Robinson
Jim Kaat
Al Kaline
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