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2013-04-12 · 128 min · ★ 7.2

Drama

In 1947, Jackie Robinson becomes the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball facing unabashed racism from the public, the press and other players.

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Directors
Brian Helgeland
Production companies
Legendary Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 40,000,000
Revenue
USD 95,020,213

Top Cast

Chadwick BosemanChadwick BosemanJackie Robinson
Harrison FordHarrison FordBranch Rickey
Nicole BeharieNicole BeharieRachel Robinson
Christopher MeloniChristopher MeloniLeo Durocher
Ryan MerrimanRyan MerrimanDixie Walker
Lucas BlackLucas BlackPee Wee Reese
André HollandAndré HollandWendell Smith
Alan TudykAlan TudykBen Chapman
Hamish LinklaterHamish LinklaterRalph Branca
T. R. KnightT. R. KnightHarold Parrott
John C. McGinleyJohn C. McGinleyRed Barber
Toby HussToby HussClyde Sukeforth
Max GailMax GailBurt Shotton
Brad BeyerBrad BeyerKirby Higbe
James Pickens Jr.James Pickens Jr.Mr. Brock
Gino Anthony PesiGino Anthony PesiJoe Garagiola
Brett CullenBrett CullenClay Hopper
Jesse LukenJesse LukenEddie Stanky
Jamey HollidayPete Reiser
Derek PhillipsDerek PhillipsBobby Bragan

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