In the comedic mockumentary “Screwball: The Ted Whitfield Story”, we’re taken back to the MLB strike of 1994. As baseball’s arenas darken, wiffleball takes center stage with its star, Ted “The Wiffler” Whitfield. On the verge of a homerun record, he’s supported by his close friend and teammate, Willie “High Sox” Hamilton.
However, Ted’s rise is halted by a steroid controversy. As fans watch, the story turns into a comedic whirlwind filled with fame, scandals, and wild encounters. Beneath the humor lies a touching ode to a deep love for the game.
Screwball: The Ted Whitfield Story | October 1, 2010 (United States)
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Director: Tommy ReidWriter: Ross PattersonStars: Ross Patterson, Joey Kern, Christine LakinSummary: Story takes place during the MLB strike of 1994 when the nation turned its eyes to the sport of wiffleball. We follow the the pursuit of Ted Whitfield as he tries to break the homerun and his subsequent battles with substance abuse.
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