Fear Strikes Out
1957, English. Directed by Robert Mulligan.
This is Jimmy, balanced on the ragged edge of violence, twisted and trapped by a world he never made…
True story of the life of Jimmy Piersall, who battled mental illness to achieve stardom in major league baseball.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert MulliganDirector
- Anthony PerkinsJimmy Piersall
- Karl MaldenJohn Piersall
- Norma MooreMary Piersall
- Adam WilliamsDoctor Brown
- Perry WilsonMrs. John Piersall
- Peter J. VotrianJim Piersall as a Boy
- Richard BullReporter Slade (uncredited)
- Morgan JonesSandy Allen (uncredited)
- Edd ByrnesBoy in Car Assisting Jimmy Up Stairway (uncredited)
- Brian G. HuttonBernie Sherwill (uncredited)
- Bart BurnsJoe Cronin (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 28 March 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ted Berkman, Raphael Blau
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What Fear Strikes Out is based on
Fear Strikes Out is adapted from a novel.
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Fear Strikes Out: quick answers
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How long is Fear Strikes Out?
Fear Strikes Out runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Fear Strikes Out have a post-credits scene?
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Fear Strikes Out parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fear Strikes Out is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fear Strikes Out on?
Fear Strikes Out isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fear Strikes Out?
If you liked Fear Strikes Out, try The Music Never Stopped, The Perfect Game, Dad.
Who directed Fear Strikes Out?
Fear Strikes Out (1957) was directed by Robert Mulligan and stars Anthony Perkins, Karl Malden, Norma Moore.
What is Fear Strikes Out based on?
Fear Strikes Out is adapted from a novel.