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The Babe Ruth Story (1948): Cast & Plot

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The Babe Ruth Story is a 1948 drama directed by Roy Del Ruth, starring Claire Trevor as Claire Hodgson Ruth, William Bendix and Robert Ellis. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes.

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The Babe Ruth Story (1948) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Roy Del Ruth
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
Studio
Roy Del Ruth Productions
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Babe Ruth Story About?

The premise of The Babe Ruth Story without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Chronicles the remarkable life of baseball legend Babe Ruth, tracing his journey from a troubled youth to a pitcher with the Boston Red Sox and ultimately to the iconic home‑run power hitter for the New York Yankees, capturing the excitement, fame and enduring legacy of America's most beloved hero.

The Babe Ruth Story Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Babe Ruth Story Cast & Characters

Claire Trevor leads the cast as Claire Hodgson Ruth, with William Bendix as George Herman 'Babe' Ruth and Robert Ellis as Babe Ruth as a Boy (as Bobby Ellis). Directed by Roy Del Ruth; 24 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

The Babe Ruth Story Plot Summary

What happens in The Babe Ruth Story from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film Babe Ruth traces the life of the legendary baseball star from a rough childhood in Baltimore to the peak of American sports fame, showing how talent, hard choices, and a larger-than-life personality shaped both his career and his public image.

In 1906, along the Baltimore Waterfront, 11-year-old Babe Ruth is taken from an abusive father by Brother Matthias and sent to St. Mary’s, a move that sets him on a path toward baseball stardom. As he grows, his exceptional talent begins to bloom, and by the time he is 18 he earns a place with the Baltimore Orioles, a pivotal step that brings him into the national spotlight and helps him acquire the nickname that sticks.

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The whole story of The Babe Ruth Story, scene by scene

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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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Cars

Cars in The Babe Ruth Story

4 cars on screen, including the 1920 Dodge Brothers Touring and the 1920 Yellow Cab Model M.

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  • 1920 Yellow Cab Model M in The Babe Ruth Story 1920 Yellow Cab Model M Minor role
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The Babe Ruth Story Also Known As

Also known as “L'ultima sfida”.

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  • L'ultima sfida

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FAQ

The Babe Ruth Story FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Babe Ruth Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Babe Ruth Story?

The Babe Ruth Story runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was The Babe Ruth Story released?

The Babe Ruth Story was released on September 16, 1948.

Who directed The Babe Ruth Story?

The Babe Ruth Story was directed by Roy Del Ruth.

More films by Roy Del Ruth

Who is in the cast of The Babe Ruth Story?

The Babe Ruth Story stars Claire Trevor as Claire Hodgson Ruth, William Bendix as George Herman 'Babe' Ruth and Robert Ellis as Babe Ruth as a Boy (as Bobby Ellis), among 24 credited actors.

Does The Babe Ruth Story have a post-credit scene?

No. The Babe Ruth Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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