The High Five
Synopsis
On October 2nd, 1977 Dusty Baker hit his 30th homerun of the season. As Baker rounded the bases, an excited rookie named Glenn Burke met him at home plate, raised his arm high in the air and slapped Baker's hand. It was the first high five recorded in the history of sports. A year later, Burke was forced out of baseball amid rumours of his sexual orientation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 23, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mike Jacobs
- Original Title
- The High Five
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- ESPN Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Jacobs
Barry Jenkins
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Jenkins
Producer
Mike Jacobs
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The High Five
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What is The High Five about?
On October 2nd, 1977 Dusty Baker hit his 30th homerun of the season. As Baker rounded the bases, an excited rookie named Glenn Burke met him at home plate, raised his arm high in the air and slapped Baker's hand. It was the first high five recorded in the history of sports. A year later, Burke was forced out of baseball amid rumours of his sexual orientation.
Who directed The High Five?
The High Five was directed by Mike Jacobs.
Who stars in The High Five?
The principal cast of The High Five includes Glenn Burke, Dusty Baker.
When was The High Five released and how long is it?
The High Five was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 11m.