Jackie Robinson Story, The (1950)

This biography of Jackie Robinson is not a great film. More than anything it represents a significant milestone in baseball and the civil right movement. Jackie doesn't do a terrible acting job which you don't really notice because the screen play, although light, is very face paced. The viewer is rocketed through the life of a young pre-teen Jackie Robinson, his football college career, touches on his military service in the second world war, his minor league career, and through his 1949 season with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Jackie Robinson Story, The for free?

You can stream Jackie Robinson Story, The (1950) free and legally on OldReel, via the Internet Archive.

Is Jackie Robinson Story, The in the public domain?

Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.