When It Was a Game 2 (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1992, When It Was a Game 2 is a documentary and history film, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Composed entirely of never-before-seen 8mm and 16mm footage filmed between 1925 and 1961 by baseball players, their families and their fans, this second chapter in the HBO series "When It Was a Game" brings many lost moments to life. Narrated by Peter Kessler, the documentary features clips of Joe DiMaggio, Ty Cobb, Roy Campanella, Jackie Robinson, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Satchel Paige, Tommy Lasorda and Babe Ruth.
Who’s in it. When It Was a Game 2 stars Peter Kessler as Narrator (voice), Ellen Burstyn as Passage Narrator (voice), Joe Mantegna as Passage Narrator (voice) and Jack Palance as Passage Narrator (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, When It Was a Game 2 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When It Was a Game 2 page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When It Was a Game 2 (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When It Was a Game 2 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is When It Was a Game 2 worth watching?
- When It Was a Game 2 holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in When It Was a Game 2?
- When It Was a Game 2 stars Peter Kessler, Ellen Burstyn, Joe Mantegna, Jack Palance and Jason Robards.
- When was When It Was a Game 2 released?
- When It Was a Game 2 was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.