The Bronx Is Burning (2007– ) 8.0
A look at the New York Yankees attempt to win the 1977 World Series. Based on Jonathan Mahler's book "Ladies and Gentlemen, the Bronx Is Burning." |
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The Bronx Is Burning (2007– ) 8.0
A look at the New York Yankees attempt to win the 1977 World Series. Based on Jonathan Mahler's book "Ladies and Gentlemen, the Bronx Is Burning." |
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| Oliver Platt | ... |
George Steinbrenner
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Kevin Conway | ... |
Gabe Paul
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Daniel Sunjata | ... |
Reggie Jackson
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| John Turturro | ... |
Billy Martin
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Erik Jensen | ... |
Thurman Munson
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Alex Cranmer | ... |
Graig Nettles
(8 episodes, 2007)
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Darby Brown | ... |
Cliff Johnson
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Joe Grifasi | ... |
Yogi Berra
(8 episodes, 2007)
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Aric LeClair | ... |
Sparky Lyle
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Louis Mustillo | ... |
Maury Allen
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Arthur J. Nascarella | ... |
Tommy LaSorda
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Leonard Robinson | ... |
Mickey Rivers
(8 episodes, 2007)
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| Alan Ruck | ... |
Reporter
(8 episodes, 2007)
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Bob Dunsworth | ... |
Radio Sports Reporter
(7 episodes, 2007)
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Hans Hartman | ... |
Reporter
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(7 episodes, 2007)
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| Evan Hart | ... |
Bucky Dent
(6 episodes, 2007)
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| Mark Lorette | ... |
Reporter
(6 episodes, 2007)
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| Joe Cappelletti | ... |
Sports Announcer
(5 episodes, 2007)
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| Bill Forchion | ... |
Elston Howard
(5 episodes, 2007)
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Tim Keinath | ... |
Mike Torrez
(5 episodes, 2007)
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Rob Lavin | ... |
Kenny Holtzman
(5 episodes, 2007)
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Dock Pollard | ... |
Willie Randolph
(5 episodes, 2007)
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| Lou Provenzano | ... |
Ron Guidry
(5 episodes, 2007)
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| Max Casella | ... |
Dick Howser
(4 episodes, 2007)
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| A.J. McClain | ... |
Jimmy Wynn
(4 episodes, 2007)
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Keith J. Stevens | ... |
Uniformed Police Officer
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(4 episodes, 2007)
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| Stephen Lang | ... |
Inspector Dowd
(3 episodes, 2007)
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Daryl Blonder | ... |
Ray Negron
(3 episodes, 2007)
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| Val Jobara | ... |
Himself
(3 episodes, 2007)
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| Susan Misner | ... |
Gretchen Martin
(3 episodes, 2007)
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| Josh Pais | ... |
Phil Pepe
(3 episodes, 2007)
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Lawrence Ryan | ... |
Reporter
(3 episodes, 2007)
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| Loren Dean | ... |
Fran Healy
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Mather Zickel | ... |
Lou Piniella
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Matt Bourgeois | ... |
Waiter
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Bill Buell | ... |
Art Fowler
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Aaron Calafato | ... |
Police Officer
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Meredith Deacon | ... |
Sydney
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Rob W. Gray | ... |
Neighborhood Resident at Crime Scene
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Janine Green | ... |
Mary Rivers
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Elleen Hannah | ... |
Hospital Administrator
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Jack Hartman | ... |
Autograph Seeker
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Sean Martin Hingston | ... |
Steve Dunleavy
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Stephen Kyle | ... |
Press Photographer
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(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Christopher McDonald | ... |
Joe DiMaggio
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Tony Moreira | ... |
Hotel Guest
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(2 episodes, 2007)
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Giovanni Pantaleo | ... |
Media Reporter
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Kathryn Schmitt | ... |
Restaurant Patron
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Kal Thompson | ... |
Reporter
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Matt Walton | ... |
Jim McMullen
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Chloe Whiteford | ... |
Billy's Girl
(2 episodes, 2007)
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Tom Wiggin | ... |
Whitey Ford
(2 episodes, 2007)
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| Russell Woron-Simons | ... |
Student Watching TV
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(2 episodes, 2007)
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In the year 1977, Major league Baseball has officially inaugurated the free agent market. A baseball player named Reggie Jackson came to New York to sign a contract with the ball club called the "Yankees". But, what Jackson does not know that he will soon bring controversy to the club, by saying that he's the "Straw that stirs the drink", causing his fellow teammates especially, Thurman Munson to not like him. Plus, manager Billy Martin and owner George Steinbrenner also have their own private arguments about Jackson and the team. Meanwhile, other things are happening in New York as a killer using a .44 magnum and calling himself as "The Son Of Sam" is lurking around the city, and the infamous blackout. Written by John Wiggins
I am a big baseball fan and have always enjoyed movies like Bull Durham, The Natural, and Major League. The Bronx Is Burning is quite different.
First of all, it is a television show depicting actual events; the New York Yankees run to the World Series during the 1977 series. Second, this show is not your typical "feel good" sports movie. The players, owner, and manager have gripes with each other. It is interesting to see the true nature of a sports team. They are not always slapping each other on the rear ends and high fiving each other. Some of the players, and even the manager, can't stand each other. It truly was The Bronx Zoo.
One aspect of the show I don't particularly care for are the scenes involving the Son Of Sam murders. These scenes get a little too much attention. It is interesting that events of the day are intertwined throughout the show though, it helps put the show in its appropriate time frame and sets a good mood.
The cast of the four main characters Billy Martin (John Turturro), George Steinbrenner (Oliver Platt), Reggie Jackson (Daniel Sunjata), and Thurman Munson (Erik Jensen) is superb.
You don't have to be a Yankees fan to admire this show. It has a catchy story line that keeps you wanting more. The music for the show is also very good. ESPN has hit a homerun with this one. Rating 9 of 10 stars.