Shot Heard 'Round the World (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2001, Shot Heard 'Round the World is a documentary film, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. With one swing of a bat, Bobby Thomson became a legend. His dramatic home run on October 3, 1951, led the New York Giants to win the National League pennant over the rival Brooklyn Dodgers. This documentary looks at the teams, personalities and events that combined to create one of the most heated pennant races ever witnessed...one that ended with an unforgettable homer.
Who’s in it. Shot Heard 'Round the World stars Liev Schreiber as Narrator, Ralph Branca as Himself, Larry King as Himself - Dodger Fan and Bobby Thomson as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Shot Heard 'Round the World has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shot Heard 'Round the World page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shot Heard 'Round the World (2001)?
- In US, Shot Heard 'Round the World is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shot Heard 'Round the World worth watching?
- Shot Heard 'Round the World holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shot Heard 'Round the World?
- Shot Heard 'Round the World stars Liev Schreiber, Ralph Branca, Larry King and Bobby Thomson.
- When was Shot Heard 'Round the World released?
- Shot Heard 'Round the World was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.