The Saint of Second Chances
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): September 19, 2023 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
71
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Generally favorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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5
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0
Negative:
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80
The Daily BeastNick SchagerSep 19, 2023
The Saint of Second Chances is a testament to prioritizing goofy, compassionate family entertainment over winning and profit, as so many associated with the Saints readily attest. Read full review
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Movie NationRoger MooreSep 22, 2023
Heartwarming, amusing, apalling and sad, this story of flawed baseball team owner, promoter/cheerleader Mike Veeck takes us through the ups and downs of a third generation “baseball guy,” and manages to be damned entertaining pretty much start to finish. Read full review
75
Chicago Sun-TimesRichard RoeperSep 19, 2023
Whether you’re a diehard baseball fan (and, in particular, a White Sox fan) who recognizes everything from the aforementioned Andy the Clown to the welcome appearance of slugger Lamar Johnson to the references to the Bard’s Room to a poignant interview with Darryl Strawberry or just a casual baseball observer, The Saint of Second Chances has a universal appeal in its core story. Read full review
70
The New York TimesGlenn KennySep 19, 2023
The movie was directed by Morgan Neville (“20 Feet From Stardom”) and Jeff Malmberg (“Marwencol”), and is a tad more fanciful than their prior work. But fancy is a good fit for the Veecks, it turns out. Read full review
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RogerEbert.comBrian TallericoSep 19, 2023
The best parts of Morgan Neville & Jeff Malmberg’s The Saint of Second Chances are like hearing stories from a good friend over beers after a game. Read full review
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