The Jackie Robinson Story

The Jackie Robinson Story (1950)

  • 75% of critics liked it
    (8 reviews)

  • 61% of users liked it
    (539 ratings)

Despite its lack of production values and box-office "names," The Jackie Robinson Story is one of the best and most convincing baseball biopics ever filmed. Brooklyn Dodgers second baseman Jackie Robinson plays himself, and quite well indeed. The film traces Robinson's career from his college days,… More

Unrated, 1 hr. 16 min.
Directed By
Alfred E. Green
Written By
Lawrence Taylor, Arthur Mann
Genres
Documentary, Drama, Classics
In Theaters
Jan 1, 1950 Wide
On DVD
Mar 6, 2001
American Pop Classics

Critic Reviews

  • , TIME Magazine

    The best thing about the movie is Jackie Robinson himself, playing the title role. Burdened with some lines and situations that would weigh heavily on a professional actor, he gives a remarkably natural performance.

  • Bosley Crowther, New York Times

    Here the simple story of Mr. Robinson's trail-blazing career is re-enacted with manifest fidelity and conspicuous dramatic restraint. And Mr. Robinson displays a calm assurance and composure that might be envied by many a Hollywood star.

  • Nell Minow, Common Sense Media

    Movie's main asset is that Robinson plays himself.

  • Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews

    One of the most sincere sports biopics.

  • Steve Crum, Kansas City Kansan

    Lackluster production but great central baseball hero.

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