The Bush Leaguer
“A Squeeze Play That'll Tickle Your Ribs and Warm Your Heart”
Synopsis
"Specs" White owns a garage in town and is the local baseball team's #1 pitcher--but he's more interested in working on his latest invention, a new and improved gas pump, than pitching on the team. A scout for the Los Angeles Angels professional baseball team offers Specs a contract. He accepts, but only so he can use the money he gets to work on his invention. However, Specs has a secret he dare not tell anyone--he's scared to death of large crowds. Alice Hobbs, the young, pretty owner of the Angels, tries to help him with that problem, but a misunderstanding causes another problem. this time between Specs and Alice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 20, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard Bretherton
- Screenplay & Story
- Charlie Saxton, Harvey Gates
- Original Title
- The Bush Leaguer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard Bretherton
Charlie Saxton, Harvey Gates
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Bretherton
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bush Leaguer
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What is The Bush Leaguer about?
"Specs" White owns a garage in town and is the local baseball team's #1 pitcher--but he's more interested in working on his latest invention, a new and improved gas pump, than pitching on the team. A scout for the Los Angeles Angels professional baseball team offers Specs a contract. He accepts, but only so he can use the money he gets to work on his invention. However, Specs has a secret he dare not tell anyone--he's scared to death of large crowds. Alice Hobbs, the young, pretty owner of the Angels, tries to help him with that problem, but a misunderstanding causes another problem. this time between Specs and Alice.
Who directed The Bush Leaguer?
The Bush Leaguer was directed by Howard Bretherton.
Who stars in The Bush Leaguer?
The principal cast of The Bush Leaguer includes Monte Blue, Clyde Cook, Leila Hyams, William Demarest, Richard Tucker.
When was The Bush Leaguer released and how long is it?
The Bush Leaguer was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.