Roger Sharpe, a struggling writer in the 1970s, finds solace in playing pinball. Despite finding success with a magazine and love with Ellen, he's inspired to write about pinball after discovering the city banned it due to gambling. With Ellen and her son Seth's help, Roger writes a magazine article and book, but his passion is challenged by the city's refusal to change the law.

Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game
The 1970s marked a pivotal moment in the history of pinball machines in New York City as Roger Sharpe, a Midwesterner, successfully challenged the city's ban, ushering in a new era for the gaming industry.