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Where was 42 filmed?

2013 film, directed by Brian Helgeland.

  • Alabama

The story is set in Florida, about 437 miles (703 km) from where it was filmed.

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Where it’s set vs. where it was filmed

Set in
Florida; California; Brooklyn
Filmed in
Alabama
Distance
About 437 miles (703 km) between Florida and the nearest filming location.
Distance
About 1,902 miles (3,060 km) between California and the nearest filming location.
Distance
About 893 miles (1,438 km) between Brooklyn and the nearest filming location.
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About 42

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Released
2013
Director
Brian Helgeland
Cast
Harrison FordAlan TudykChristopher MeloniJohn C. McGinleyLucas BlackRyan MerrimanT. R. KnightHamish LinklaterRhoda GriffisBrett Cullen
Genre
BiographicalDramaSport

A montage depicts the end of the Second World War and the importance of baseball in the United States, a sport where African Americans play in segregated Negro leagues.

During a racially motivated confrontation at a gas station, Robinson is approached by Dodgers scout Clyde Sukeforth.

In Daytona Beach, Florida, Robinson trains with the AAA affiliate farm team for the Brooklyn Dodgers: the Montreal Royals, managed by Clay Hopper.

Famous lines from 42

Could you name the film from one of these? Famous lines turn up in the daily game.

  • My temper?Jackie Robinson
  • Yes, that's fine but.Jackie Robinson
  • Why didn't you say so?Jackie Robinson
  • What the hell, Wendell?Jackie Robinson
  • Mr. Rickey. What's this about?Jackie Robinson

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