King of the Hill(1974)
King of the Hill Synopsis
This feature documentary follows one of the greatest Canadian baseball players of all time, Ferguson Jenkins, through the 1972-1973 season. From the hope and innocence of spring training to the dog days of an August slump, the camera gets up close and personal at the home plate and records the intimate chatter on the mound, in the dugout and in the locker room. It provides a glimpse into the rewards and pressures of sports stardom and the easy camaraderie of the quintessential summer sport.
King of the Hill (1974) is a documentary film directed by William Canning, released on October 1, 1974 with a runtime of 56m. It stars Donald Brittain, Ferguson Jenkins and Ernie Banks. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- William Canning
- Producers:
- William Canning
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
King of the Hill Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by William Canning, produced by William Canning.
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King of the Hill Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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King of the Hill – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch King of the Hill online?
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King of the Hill (1974) is available to stream on OVID. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in King of the Hill?
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The main cast of King of the Hill (1974) includes Donald Brittain, Ferguson Jenkins and Ernie Banks. The film was directed by William Canning. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was King of the Hill released?
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King of the Hill was released on October 1, 1974 and runs for 56m.
Is King of the Hill worth watching?
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King of the Hill (1974) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.