42
"In a game divided by color, he made us see greatness."
Originally released in 2013. 42 is a drama film. directed by Brian Helgeland. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, and Nicole Beharie
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 12, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (1,911 votes)
Budget
$40M
Production budget
Box Office
$95M
2.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Chadwick Boseman
as Jackie Robinson
Harrison Ford
as Branch Rickey
Nicole Beharie
as Rachel Robinson
Christopher Meloni
as Leo Durocher
Ryan Merriman
as Dixie Walker
Lucas Black
as Pee Wee Reese
André Holland
as Wendell Smith
Alan Tudyk
as Ben Chapman
Hamish Linklater
as Ralph Branca
T. R. Knight
as Harold Parrott
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $40,000,000
- Revenue
- $95,020,213
Production Companies
- Legendary Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 42 about?
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.
Who directed 42?
42 was directed by Brian Helgeland.
How long is 42?
42 has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was 42 released?
42 was released on April 12, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 42?
The main cast of 42 includes Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, Christopher Meloni, Ryan Merriman.
Is 42 worth watching?
42 has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 1,911 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.