Cobb
Seen it?1994 | 128 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a lukewarm 5.7 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Foxcatcher, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 8 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Al Stump is a famous sports-writer chosen by Ty Cobb to co-write his official, authorized 'autobiography' before his death. Cobb, widely feared and despised, feels misunderstood and wants to set the record straight about 'the greatest ball-player ever,' in his words.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
65% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
5.7 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$26 million worldwide on a $26 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 38K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Ron Shelton
- Tommy Lee JonesTy Cobb
- Robert WuhlAl Stump
- Lolita DavidovichRamona
- Ned BellamyRay
- Scott BurkholderJimmy
- Allan MalamudMud
- Bill CaplanBill
- Jeff FellenzerSportswriter
- Doug KrikorianSportswriter
- Gavin SmithSportsman's Lounge Bartender