Play Ball! (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1960, Play Ball! is a drama film directed by Jean Dasque, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. Schoolboys decide to play football during their lunchbreak, but the ball escapes and the boys follow it on a series of adventures before returning to class. Nominated for Best Live Action Short Film at the 1962 Academy Awards.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Play Ball! 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 Play Ball! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Play Ball! tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Play Ball! (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Play Ball! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Play Ball! worth watching?
- Play Ball! holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Play Ball! released?
- Play Ball! was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.