It's a Long Way to October ()
Overview
Follow the 1982 Atlanta Braves and their new manager Joe Torre, from spring training to the playoffs, starting with their historic 13 game winning streak to start the season.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.305 |
Directed By
Mark Johnson
Crew
Ted Turner
Ted Turner
Mark Steven Johnson
Terry Hanson
Glenn Diamond
Mark Johnson
Jim Huber
Vin Scully
Joe Torre
Bob Gibson
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