The Stratton Story

The Stratton Story

James Stewart - June Allyson, In The True Romance of The Year

1949 · 106 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama, Romance

Star major league pitcher Monty Stratton loses a leg in a hunting accident, but becomes determined to leave the game on his own terms.

Directed by Sam Wood · Written by Douglas Morrow

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