Plot — What is Bang the Drum Slowly about?
The story of a New York pro baseball team and two of its players. Henry Wiggen is the star pitcher and Bruce Pearson is the normal, everyday catcher who is far from the star player on the team and friend to all of his teammates. During the off-season, Bruce learns that he is terminally ill, and Henry, his only true friend, is determined to be the one person there for him during his last season with the club. Throughout the course of the season, Henry and his teammates attempt to deal with Bruce's impending illness, all the while attempting to make his last year a memorable one.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1973 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 96 min |
| Audience Score | 61% (6.1/10, 80 votes) |
Bang the Drum Slowly — FAQ
Is Bang the Drum Slowly worth watching? Bang the Drum Slowly holds a 6.1/10 rating from 80 viewers. The story of a New York pro baseball team and two of its players. Henry Wiggen is the star pitcher and Bruce Pearson is the normal, everyday catcher who is far from the star player on the team and friend to all of his te
Who directed Bang the Drum Slowly? Directed by John D. Hancock.
Who is in the cast of Bang the Drum Slowly? It stars Michael Moriarty, Robert De Niro, Vincent Gardenia, Phil Foster, Ann Wedgeworth, Patrick McVey and more.
Where can I stream Bang the Drum Slowly? Streaming availability for Bang the Drum Slowly is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Bang the Drum Slowly release? It released in 1973.
