61* (2001)

In 1961, Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle played for the New York Yankees. One, Mantle, was universally loved, while the other, Maris, was universally hated. Both men started off with a bang, and both were nearing Babe Ruth's 60 home run record. Which man would reach it?

Genres: TV Movie, Drama, History

What to watch after 61*

• Cinderella Man (2005) — Same feel: dramatic, emotional
• The Pride of the Yankees (1942) — Same subject: baseball, historical figure
• Reds (1981) — Same feel: dramatic, emotional
• Philadelphia (1993) — Same feel: dramatic, emotional
• Andre the Giant (2018) — Billy Crystal worked on both
• American Graffiti (1973)