Movie

The Slugger's Wife

★ 3.6(18)19851h 44m

The Slugger's Wife isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Japan right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

Where to watch The Slugger's Wife

🇯🇵 Japan

No streaming, rental or purchase options are listed in Japan right now. Availability changes often — try switching your region in the header.

Streaming in other regions

🇨🇦 CA🇺🇸 US

Good to know

Director: Hal Ashby
Release date: 1985-03-29
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: Hungarian
Box office: $1,878,561
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

About The Slugger's Wife

The Slugger's Wife is a 1985 movie in the Romance, Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Hal Ashby, starring Michael O'Keefe, Rebecca De Mornay and Martin Ritt. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.6/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Slugger's Wife in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Darryl Palmer is a major league baseball player who meets and pursues an attractive singer. After some setbacks, the two are married and sent on an emotional journey that sees his career take off, while hers doesn't. She can't escape unhappiness when she gives up her dreams to support her husband. With a separation on the horizon, Darryl must choose between his big-league life and his one true love.

Cast

Michael O'Keefe

Darryl Palmer

Rebecca De Mornay

Debby Palmer

Martin Ritt

Burly De Vito

Randy Quaid

Moose Granger

Cleavant Derricks

Manny Alvarado

Lisa Langlois

Aline Cooper

Loudon Wainwright III

Gary

Georgann Johnson

Marie De Vito

Danny Tucker

Coach O'Brien

Lynn Whitfield

Tina Alvarado

Al Garrison

Guard

NiCandra Hood

Nurse

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Slugger's Wife in Japan?+

The Slugger's Wife is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Slugger's Wife on Netflix?+

The Slugger's Wife is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is The Slugger's Wife?+

The Slugger's Wife has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in The Slugger's Wife?+

The Slugger's Wife stars Michael O'Keefe, Rebecca De Mornay, Martin Ritt, Randy Quaid and Cleavant Derricks.

When did The Slugger's Wife come out?+

The Slugger's Wife is a 1985 movie directed by Hal Ashby.

What genre is The Slugger's Wife?+

The Slugger's Wife is Romance, Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed The Slugger's Wife?+

The Slugger's Wife was directed by Hal Ashby.