

Ball Four Turns 40
Synopsis
Jim Bouton's 1970 book "Ball Four" was groundbreaking, shocking, and controversial. It sold in the millions. 40 years later, Bouton and former teammates spin hilarious stories from behind baseball's cloistered clubhouses, giving a rare glimpse inside Major League baseball in the 1960s. The book's cultural impact is examined by filmmaker and former pro baseball player Ron Shelton ("Bull Durham"), author Jean Hastings Ardell, and David Kipen, former director of literature for the NEA.
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March 9, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Leonoudakis
- Original Title
- Ball Four Turns 40
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- The Sweet Spot
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Leonoudakis
Jon Leonoudakis, Michael Stathopoulos
Jon Leonoudakis
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Jon Leonoudakis
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Jon Leonoudakis
Editor
Michael Stathopoulos
Editor
Jon Leonoudakis
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What is Ball Four Turns 40 about?
Jim Bouton's 1970 book "Ball Four" was groundbreaking, shocking, and controversial. It sold in the millions. 40 years later, Bouton and former teammates spin hilarious stories from behind baseball's cloistered clubhouses, giving a rare glimpse inside Major League baseball in the 1960s. The book's cultural impact is examined by filmmaker and former pro baseball player Ron Shelton ("Bull Durham"), author Jean Hastings Ardell, and David Kipen, former director of literature for the NEA.
Who directed Ball Four Turns 40?
Ball Four Turns 40 was directed by Jon Leonoudakis.
Who stars in Ball Four Turns 40?
The principal cast of Ball Four Turns 40 includes Jim Bouton, Greg Goossen, Ron Shelton, Tommy Davis.
When was Ball Four Turns 40 released and how long is it?
Ball Four Turns 40 was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.

















