Movie
61* (2001)
Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?
TV Movie · Drama · History
Story
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?
Director: Billy Crystal Starring: Barry Pepper, Thomas Jane, Anthony Michael Hall, Richard Masur
61* Cast
- Barry Pepper as Roger Maris
- Thomas Jane as Mickey Mantle
- Anthony Michael Hall as Whitey Ford
- Richard Masur as Milt Kahn
- Bruce McGill as Ralph Houk
- Chris Bauer as Bob Cerv
- Jennifer Crystal Foley as Pat Maris ('61)
- Christopher McDonald as Mel Allen
- Haynes Brooke as Detroit Bartender
- Bob Gunton as Dan Topping
- Donald Moffat as Ford Frick
- Joe Grifasi as Phil Rizzuto