Fear Strikes Out

Compelling biodrama stars Anthony Perkins as 1950s Major League centerfielder Jimmy Piersall. Following a nervous breakdown due to pressures to succeed on the field placed on him by his domineering father, Piersall found himself institutionalized. Upon his release, he returned to baseball and attempted to find his way back to sports glory. Robert Mulligan directed this adaptation of Piersall's memoir, co-starring Karl Malden, Norma Moore. 100 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English LPCM mono; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; featurette; interview. Region Free