Angels in the Outfield (1951): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Angels in the Outfield is a 1951 sports comedy directed by Clarence Brown, starring Keenan Wynn, Lewis Stone and Ellen Corby. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Critics gave it 72 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Clarence Brown
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Angels in the Outfield About?
The premise of Angels in the Outfield without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A struggling baseball team, the Pittsburgh Pirates, finds their luck changing unexpectedly when their passionate manager makes a deal with a divine force. With the help of miraculous interventions, the team starts winning, captivating fans and revitalizing the city. However, the manager must learn to control his volatile personality and embrace faith to guide his team to success and understand the true meaning of victory.
Angels in the Outfield Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- girl
- voice over narration
- cameo appearance
- reporter
- feud
- adoption
- steak
- pittsburgh pennsylvania
- sports writer
- baseball manager
- sports commentator
- angel
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- orphan
- mother superior
- sports team
- baseball
- booing
- baseball pitcher
- fight
- restaurant
- punched in the face
- anger
- affection
- birthday
- taxi driver
- shouting
- lightning
- newspaper headline
- birthday present
- television
- testimony
- orphanage
- inquiry
- miracle
- baseball game
- baseball player
- parrot
- golf
- shoes
- dressing room
- disembodied voice
- 8 year old
- punched in the eye
- dining car
- reference to william shakespeare
- saying grace
- man carries a woman in his arms
- hit in the face with a ball
- losing streak
- hat check girl
Angels in the Outfield Cast
Keenan Wynn leads the cast, with Lewis Stone and Ellen Corby. Directed by Clarence Brown; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Clarence Brown
Also Starring in Angels in the Outfield
· 6 moreMore from Clarence Brown
More films directed by Clarence Brown, best-rated first: The Yearling, National Velvet, Plymouth Adventure and When in Rome.
Angels in the Outfield Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Angels in the Outfield 72 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 72 Metascore
User score 7.7
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TMDB 67% User score
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Angels in the Outfield Plot Summary
What happens in Angels in the Outfield from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Young foster child Roger Bomman finds joy and adventure with his best friend J.P. as they sneak into games of the underperforming California Angels. Despite his joyful spirit, Roger’s heart yearns for the connection he has with his widowed father, leading him to ask when they will finally be a family again. His father’s response drips with sarcasm: > “I’d say when the Angels win the pennant.” Taking this statement to heart, Roger fervently prays for divine assistance for the Angels to secure victories.
Full summary
The whole story of Angels in the Outfield, scene by scene
Angels in the Outfield Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Angels in the Outfield.
How Well Do You Know Angels in the Outfield?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character that prays for the California Angels to win?
Cars in Angels in the Outfield
17 cars on screen, including the 1950 Checker Taxicab and the 1946 De Soto De Luxe.
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1937 Buick Special Background role
Angels in the Outfield Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Angels and the Pirates” and “Engle på spil”.
- Also known as
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- Angels and the Pirates
- Engle på spil
- Ángeles en el campo abierto
- Anjos e Piratas
- 외야의 천사들
- Inga planer i himlen
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Angels in the Outfield FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Angels in the Outfield, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Angels in the Outfield?
Angels in the Outfield runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Angels in the Outfield released?
Angels in the Outfield was released on October 19, 1951.
Who directed Angels in the Outfield?
Angels in the Outfield was directed by Clarence Brown.
More films by Clarence Brown Who is in the cast of Angels in the Outfield?
Angels in the Outfield stars Keenan Wynn, Lewis Stone and Ellen Corby, among 10 credited actors.
How is Angels in the Outfield rated?
Angels in the Outfield has 72 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
Does Angels in the Outfield have a post-credit scene?
No. Angels in the Outfield has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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