When It Was a Game

Name: When It Was a Game
Released: 1991-07-08
Rating: 10

1991

Trailer

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.

Release Date

1991-07-08

Status

Released

Original Title

When It Was a Game

Runtime

57 min

Original Language

EN

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Black Canyon Productions, HBO Sports

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.

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