Saving Wrigley Field
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Saving Wrigley Field is a documentary film. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gary Sinise, Theo Epstein, and Thomas S. Ricketts
Synopsis
Restoring and expanding a 100-year-old ballpark was no small feat. See what it took to ensure the future of the Friendly Confines was secure for the next 100 years. "Saving Wrigley Field" details the multi-year journey to preserve the magic of this beloved ballpark. Wrigley Field has played an important role in the development of professional baseball and has been the site of numerous baseball milestones, including Babe Ruth’s supposed “called shot” in the 1932 World Series, Gabby Hartnett’s “homer in the gloamin’,” Ernie Banks’ 500th career home run and Kerry Wood’s 20-strikeout game. Wrigley Field is the only Major League Baseball (MLB) ballpark still standing in which Jackie Robinson played and, in May 1943, it was the site of the final tryouts and organization of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, the first major women's professional sports league in the United States.
Quick Facts
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saving Wrigley Field about?
Restoring and expanding a 100-year-old ballpark was no small feat. See what it took to ensure the future of the Friendly Confines was secure for the next 100 years. "Saving Wrigley Field" details t...
How long is Saving Wrigley Field?
Saving Wrigley Field has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Saving Wrigley Field released?
Saving Wrigley Field was released on August 19, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Saving Wrigley Field?
The main cast of Saving Wrigley Field includes Gary Sinise, Theo Epstein, Thomas S. Ricketts.