Kid Danny
Originally released in 2014. Kid Danny is a documentary film. directed by Andrew Cohn. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In the summer of 2001, a controversy unlike any other led to the disqualification of the Bronx baseball team from the Little League World Series. At the center of the bizarre story was a quiet, unassuming 14-year-old kid named Danny Almonte. Nicknamed "The Little Unit," the hard-throwing left-hander was exposed by Sports Illustrated as being too old to have competed in the tournament. The story instantly caught national and even international attention, as Danny was pushed into the spotlight and accused of cheating in the most sacred of all amateur sports. Twelve years later, the reclusive Almonte finally tells the truth about one of the strangest chapters in youth sports history: a hoax that would forever change the way people view amateur athletics in America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 13, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kid Danny about?
In the summer of 2001, a controversy unlike any other led to the disqualification of the Bronx baseball team from the Little League World Series. At the center of the bizarre story was a quiet, una...
Who directed Kid Danny?
Kid Danny was directed by Andrew Cohn.
How long is Kid Danny?
Kid Danny has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was Kid Danny released?
Kid Danny was released on August 13, 2014 in theaters.