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The League

2023·Movie
1h 43min·PG
70
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Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, sports, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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The Negro Leagues: changing the game, transforming America

The triumphs and challenges of Negro League baseball in the early 20th century. Through rare footage and interviews with iconic players like Satchel Paige and Buck O'Neil, as well as Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Hank Aaron, the film highlights the league's pivotal role in Black communities and the impact of integration.
Historical DocumentaryNegro League BaseballCivil Rights EraSports HistoryCommunity ResilienceInspirational StoriesArchival FootageBlack Cultural ImpactSocial JusticeEducational

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The League

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The League legally?

The League is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The League worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 77). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The League rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The League?

1 h 43 min

The League runs 1 h 43 min.

Is The League based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The League?

Critics87
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate The League higher (87) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The League in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The League?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The League in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.