Flashing Spikes (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1962, Flashing Spikes is a drama and tv movie film directed by John Ford, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. An old ballplayer, thrown out of baseball due to a bribery scandal, becomes friends with a young phenom. The younger player is at first tainted by his association with the oldtimer, but eventually the truth about the scandal is revealed.
Who’s in it. Flashing Spikes stars James Stewart as Slim Conway, Jack Warden as Comissioner, Patrick Wayne as Bill Riley and Edgar Buchanan as Crab Holman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Flashing Spikes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flashing Spikes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flashing Spikes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flashing Spikes (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flashing Spikes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flashing Spikes worth watching?
- Flashing Spikes holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Flashing Spikes?
- Flashing Spikes stars James Stewart, Jack Warden, Patrick Wayne, Edgar Buchanan and Harry Carey, Jr..