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The Babe is a 1992 American biographical sports drama film about the life of famed baseball player Babe Ruth, who is portrayed by John Goodman. Directed by Arthur Hiller, written by John Fusco, it was released in the United States on April 17, 1992, to mixed reviews. The somewhat fictionalized account of Ruth's life begins in Maryland with his childhood. The film covers his personal life and rise as a ball player with the Red Sox, trade to New York, and decline in health and career that ends with his walking away after being a "name only" manager to boost ticket sales.

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1992 · 1h 55m · Drama

TMDB 5.7/10 (172 votes)

A chronicle of Babe Ruth's phenomenal story--from his hard knock beginnings at a Baltimore orphanage, to his meteoric rise to baseball superstardom and his poignant retirement from the game. His amazing career included seven American League pennants, four World Series championships, two tempestuous marriages and a wild lifestyle that earned him numerous suspensions.

Directed by Arthur Hiller

Box office $18M worldwide

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Cast & crew

Arthur HillerDirector

John Goodmanas Babe Ruth

Kelly McGillisas Claire Ruth

Trini Alvaradoas Helen Ruth

Randy Steinmeyeras Ty Cobb

James Cromwellas Brother Mathias

Michael McGradyas Lou Gehrig

Richard Tysonas Guy Bush

Ralph Marreroas Frank 'Ping' Bodie

Bernard Katesas Colonel Jack Ruppert

Stevie Leeas Eddie the Bat Boy

Bruce Boxleitneras Jumpin' Joe Dugan

Peter Donatas Frazee

J.C. Quinnas Jack Dunn

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The Babe is a 1992 American biographical sports drama film about the life of famed baseball player Babe Ruth, who is portrayed by John Goodman. Directed by Arthur Hiller, written by John Fusco, it was released in the United States on April 17, 1992, to mixed reviews. The somewhat fictionalized account of Ruth's life begins in Maryland with his childhood. The film covers his personal life and rise as a ball player with the Red Sox, trade to New York, and decline in health and career that ends with his walking away after being a "name only" manager to boost ticket sales.

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1992 · 1h 55m · Drama

TMDB 5.7/10 (172 votes)

A chronicle of Babe Ruth's phenomenal story--from his hard knock beginnings at a Baltimore orphanage, to his meteoric rise to baseball superstardom and his poignant retirement from the game. His amazing career included seven American League pennants, four World Series championships, two tempestuous marriages and a wild lifestyle that earned him numerous suspensions.

Directed by Arthur Hiller

Box office $18M worldwide

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