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The Pride of the Yankees

The legendary baseball career of Lou Gehrig, who overcame humble beginnings to achieve unparalleled success and lasting fame.

The film chronicles the remarkable life of Lou Gehrig, a legendary baseball player who set a record for most consecutive games played before being struck down by ALS at the age of 37. The story spans Gehrig's childhood in New York to his emotional farewell speech in 1939, where he famously referred to himself as the "Luckiest Man".

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Studio(s): Samuel Goldwyn Productions

Originally Released: United States, Jul 14, 1942

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Drama, Romance, Sport