Soul of the Game (1996)

Soul of the Game (1996)

1996-04-20 United States of America 94 Min. PG-13
4.4 7 votes

Overview

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

Delroy Lindo is Satchel Paige
Satchel Paige
Mykelti Williamson is Josh Gibson
Edward Herrmann is Branch Rickey
Branch Rickey
R. Lee Ermey is Wilkie
Obba Babatundé is Cum Posey
Cylk Cozart is Zo Perry
Zo Perry
J.D. Hall is Gus Greenlee
Gus Greenlee
Jerry Hardin is Happy Chandler
Happy Chandler
Brent Jennings is Frank Duncan
Frank Duncan
Richard Riehle is Pete Harmon
Pete Harmon