S01 Episode 1
Our Game
Ken Burns examines the history of baseball in the United States, including the first gambling scandal and early attempts by women in the 1860s to play the game.
1 h 52 mins · Sun, 18 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 2
Something Like a War
Introducing some of the most extraordinary individuals ever to play the game, including volatile outfielder Ty Cobb, pitcher Walter Johnson, and manager John McGraw.
1 h 43 mins · Mon, 19 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 3
The Faith of 50 Million People
The Black Sox Scandal sees eight members of the Chicago White Sox accused of taking money to throw the 1919 World Series.
1 h 57 mins · Tue, 20 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 4
A National Heirloom
Baltimore saloon-keeper's son Babe Ruth thrills the nation throughout the 1920s with his phenomenal performance.
1 h 54 mins · Wed, 21 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 5
Shadow Ball
A new generation of stars emerge, including Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams; the rise of the Negro Leagues culminates with the battle between Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson in the Negro League World Series.
2 h 3 mins · Thu, 22 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 6
The National Pastime
After the 1941 season, war disrupts the sport as players are drafted; integration occurs when Jackie Robinson plays for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
2 h 28 mins · Sun, 25 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 7
The Capital of Baseball
Memorable moments from New York City baseball, including Willie Mays' incredible catch in the 1954 World Series, Don Larsen's perfect game, and the Brooklyn Dodgers winning their first World Series.
2 h 11 mins · Mon, 26 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 8
A Whole New Ballgame
Unions and the popularity of football transform baseball by the end of the 1960s; Roger Maris breaks Babe Ruth's record by hitting 61 home runs in the 1961 season.
1 h 53 mins · Tue, 27 Sep 1994
S01 Episode 9
Home
The 1975 World Series reawakens the country's love for the game but the rising influence of television and free agency threaten that affection.
2 h 25 mins · Wed, 28 Sep 1994
