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61*

2001 · 129 min · Director: Billy Crystal

61* (2001) is a tv movie drama, directed by Billy Crystal. It stars Barry Pepper and Thomas Jane. It is a story of struggle set in the world of sports. The 129-minute film holds an audience score of 7/10.

What 61* Is About

The 1961 season. Two New York Yankees, Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle, chase Babe Ruth's record of sixty home runs together. The city loves Mantle; Maris is quiet, from a small town, no good at charming anyone, and the press despises him. The commissioner then announces that because the season is longer, an asterisk will sit beside the record, which is where the title comes from. Billy Crystal made this for television, and looked less at the games than at what pressure does to a man.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 61* about?

The 1961 season. Two New York Yankees, Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle, chase Babe Ruth's record of sixty home runs together.

Where can I watch 61*?

61* is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is 61*?

61* runs for 129 minutes (2h 9m).

When did 61* come out?

61* was released in 2001.

Who directed 61*?

61* was directed by Billy Crystal.

Who stars in 61*?

61* stars Barry Pepper, Thomas Jane, Anthony Michael Hall, Richard Masur.

What is 61*'s rating?

61* holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.

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