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Up for Grabs 2004

★ 4.02 votes90 min📅 2004-10-01

Dive into the chaotic true story behind one of baseball's most bizarre legal showdowns with *Up for Grabs* (2004), a sharp documentary blending comedy and courtroom absurdity.

Director: Michael Wranovics

Cast

Marty Appel
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Barry Bonds
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Patrick Hayashi
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Alex Popov
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Ted Rowlands
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Up for Grabs (2004) about?

*Up for Grabs* (2004) dives into the legal and physical brawl that erupted after Barry Bonds' record-breaking 73rd home run ball sparked a fight in San Francisco's Pac Bell Park. The chaos that followed turned a simple sports moment into a tangled dispute over ownership, with fans, lawyers, and even professors of property law unable to reach a clear answer.

Who directed Up for Grabs?

Michael Wranovics directed *Up for Grabs* (2004), bringing a sharp satirical eye to this absurd true story.

Who stars in Up for Grabs?

The film features Marty Appel, Barry Bonds, Patrick Hayashi, Alex Popov, and Ted Rowlands, each playing key roles in this real-life drama.

Is Up for Grabs (2004) worth watching?

If you love quirky sports documentaries or legal comedies, *Up for Grabs* (2004) is a hidden gem. While it doesn't have an IMDb rating, its blend of humor, absurdity, and real-life drama makes it a fun watch for fans of behind-the-scenes sports stories.

How long is Up for Grabs?

The runtime of *Up for Grabs* (2004) is 90 minutes.

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About Up for Grabs (2004) — The Wild True Story Behind Barry Bonds' Million-Dollar Baseball

Dive into the chaotic true story behind one of baseball's most bizarre legal showdowns with *Up for Grabs* (2004), a sharp documentary blending comedy and courtroom absurdity. When Barry Bonds smashed his record-breaking 73rd home run in 2001, the ball's chaotic aftermath spiraled into a frenzied dispute over ownership. Two fans claimed it—one in the stands, one with possession—sparking a legal battle so ridiculous even law professors couldn't agree. Director Michael Wranovics crafts a wild ride through the legal maze, where greed, nostalgia, and sheer stubbornness collide in a story that's equal parts hilarious and baffling.

At its core, *Up for Grabs* (2004) explores the lengths people will go for a piece of sports history. With a runtime of 90 minutes, this documentary-comedy hybrid isn't just about baseball—it's a satire of fandom, capitalism, and the bizarre legal quirks that turn a simple game into a media circus. Wranovics' sharp eye and the film's satirical tone make it a cult favorite for anyone who loves sports, law, or the sheer unpredictability of human nature.