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The League

⭐️ 6.5 | 103 min | Documentary | July 9th, 2023

The triumphs and challenges of Negro League baseball in the early 20th century. Through rare footage and interviews with iconic players like Satchel Paige and Buck O'Neil, as well as Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Hank Aaron, the film highlights the league's pivotal role in Black communities and the impact of integration.

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Trailer

Crew

Directors

> Sam Pollard (Director)
> Henry Adebonojo (Director of Photography)
> Angel Barroeta (Director of Photography)

Writers

> Bob Motley (Book)
> Byron Motley (Book)

Cast

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Lovell Gates

Satchell Paige
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Jakkar Thompson

Ruben Foster
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Clayton B. Stevens

C.I. Taylor

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