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Bang the Drum Slowly (1973)

The story of a New York pro baseball team and two of its players. Henry Wiggen is the star pitcher and Bruce Pearson is the normal, everyday catcher who is far from the star player on the team and friend to all of his teammates. During the off-season, Bruce learns that he is terminally ill, and Henry, his only true friend, is determined to be the one person there for him during his last season with the club. Throughout the course of the season, Henry and his teammates attempt to deal with Bruce's impending illness, all the while attempting to make his last year a memorable one.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Michael MoriartyMichael MoriartyHenry Wiggen
  • Photo of Robert De NiroRobert De NiroBruce Pearson
  • Photo of Vincent GardeniaVincent GardeniaDutch Schnell
  • Photo of Phil FosterPhil FosterJoe
  • Photo of Ann WedgeworthAnn WedgeworthKatie
  • Photo of Patrick McVeyPatrick McVeyBruce's Father
  • Photo of Heather MacRaeHeather MacRaeHolly
  • Photo of Selma DiamondSelma DiamondTootsie
  • Photo of Barbara BabcockBarbara BabcockTeam Owner
  • Photo of Maurice RosenfieldMaurice RosenfieldTeam Owner

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