Mantle

George Roy
2005-07-13

The Definitive Story of Mickey Mantle
7
60 min

The almost mythic career of Yankee slugger Mickey Mantle is the subject of this acclaimed HBO Sports documentary special. Over 18 seasons with the Bronx Bombers, despite constant nagging injuries, Mantle managed to hit 536 home runs, twice hitting more than 50 in a season. He finished ten seasons with a batting average of .300 or more and suited up for seven World Series. To this day, ?The Mick? remains the greatest switch-hitter in baseball history; however, behind his country charm and good looks there was his wayward lifestyle that harmed his marriage, his relationship with his four sons and ultimately his health.

Cast

Name Character Team
Bob Costas Self Unowned
Billy Crystal Self Unowned
Skip Bayless Self Unowned
Mickey Mantle Self (archive footage) Unowned
Yogi Berra Self Unowned