description Cobb Overview
Cobb is a 1994 American biographical sports drama directed by Ron Shelton, with Tommy Lee Jones portraying baseball player Ty Cobb. The film presents Cobb near the end of his life and uses conversations with writer Al Stump to revisit his playing career and public reputation. Its subject is a celebrated but controversial figure whose aggressive conduct shaped the way later generations remembered him.
help Cobb FAQ
Who plays Ty Cobb and Al Stump in Cobb?
Tommy Lee Jones plays baseball star Ty Cobb, and Robert Wuhl plays writer Al Stump. The 1994 film centers on Stump's assignment to help Cobb shape an autobiography, so their uneasy partnership drives the story.
Is Cobb based on a real book?
It is based on Al Stump's 1994 book about Cobb, not built as a neutral statistical biography. Ron Shelton wrote and directed the film and presents Cobb's late-life interviews alongside memories of his playing career.
Does Cobb show Ty Cobb's career or only his final years?
Both, but the framing is late in Cobb's life, when Stump is documenting him. Their conversations revisit Cobb's years with the Detroit Tigers and his public image as a fierce, controversial competitor.
Which studio released Cobb, and how long is the film?
Cobb was distributed by Warner Bros. in 1994 and runs about 128 minutes. Regency Enterprises is listed among its production companies, with Ron Shelton as writer-director.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
