The Kid from Left Field (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1979, The Kid from Left Field is a comedy, family and tv movie film directed by Adell Aldrich, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A bat boy guides the San Diego Padres to the World Series with the secret help of his dad, a baseball has-been who now sells refreshments in the stands.
Who’s in it. The Kid from Left Field stars Gary Coleman as Jackie Robinson 'J.R.' Cooper, Gary Collins as Pete Sloane, Ed McMahon as Fred Walker and Robert Guillaume as Larry Cooper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Kid from Left Field 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 The Kid from Left Field page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kid from Left Field tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kid from Left Field (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kid from Left Field change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kid from Left Field worth watching?
- The Kid from Left Field holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Kid from Left Field?
- The Kid from Left Field stars Gary Coleman, Gary Collins, Ed McMahon, Robert Guillaume and Tricia O'Neil.
- When was The Kid from Left Field released?
- The Kid from Left Field was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.