sports,baseball,historical figure,racism,negro leagues

Soul of the Game (1996)

Poster for Soul of the Game

In 1945, the world of baseball is divided between the Majors and the Negro Leagues - but the time has come for change. One team will be the first to sign a black player and only one player will be the first to take the field. The Brooklyn Dodgers want to make the deal that will make history. But the man they choose will have to be more than a great player - he has to have the charisma of a star. It soon comes down to three powerful and extraordinary players: legendary pitcher Satchel Paige; the greatest hitter in baseball Josh Gibson; and a rookie by the name of Jackie Robinson. Three player - three friends - three champions. Together they are unbeatable - but only one will cross the home plate into history.

Cast & Crew

Director
Kevin Rodney Sullivan
  • Profile picture of Delroy Lindo
    Satchel Paige Delroy Lindo
  • Profile picture of Mykelti Williamson
    Josh Gibson Mykelti Williamson
  • Profile picture of Edward Herrmann
    Branch Rickey Edward Herrmann
  • Profile picture of R. Lee Ermey
    Wilkie R. Lee Ermey
  • Profile picture of Salli Richardson-Whitfield
    Lahoma Salli Richardson-Whitfield
  • Profile picture of Gina Ravera
    Grace Gina Ravera
  • Profile picture of Obba Babatundé
    Cum Posey Obba Babatundé
  • Profile picture of Cylk Cozart
    Zo Perry Cylk Cozart

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Keywords

  • sports
  • baseball
  • historical figure
  • racism
  • negro leagues