Ronald Reagan stars in one of his better roles portraying the difficult life of Hall Of Fame pitcher Grover Cleveland Alexander. Bob Lemon, Hank Sauer, Irv Noren, Gerry Priddy, Al Zarilla, Peanuts Lowery, George Metkovich and Gene Mauch appear as big leaguers. Filmed at L.A.'s Wrigley Field. The story of Dizzy Dean capably played by Dan Dailey. Richard Crenna co-stars as brother Paul.
Film is entertaining but misses the mark laugh-wise, especially considering the subject matter.
Filmed at L.A.'s Wrigley Field although special effects man Fred Sersen did a good job disguising the field to make it look like other parks. In reality though, the real Piersall breakdown did not have much to do with his father nor did it happen on the playing field. Stars Jackie as himself in a low-budget but effective portrayal of the racial tensions pervading his career. Ruby Dee co-stars as his wife. Filmed at old La Palma Park in Anaheim.