Angels in the Infield

Angels in the Infield Review

Angels in the Infield Feature

• the delightful tradition of ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD, a fledgling angel swoops down to boost the career of a big-league pitcher on a losing streak. David Alan Grier (JUMANJI, TV's IN LIVING COLOR) stars as the celestial coach called in to assist struggling pitcher Patrick Warburton (TV's SEINFELD). Brittney Irvin (TV's LITTLE MEN) finds her prayers answered when a flock of outrageous ang

Three's a charm in this latest installment of Disney's angel franchise, which also includes Angels in the Outfield and Angels in the End Zone. While this family film never misses a chance to be stereotypical in its depiction of celestial beings--from white-winged angels to a red-horned devil--it is certain to warm the hearts of its intended audience. Seinfeld fans will enjoy another dose of Patrick Warburton, made famous in his role as Elaine's boyfriend, David Puddy. Here, he plays the pathetic yet endearing "Steady" Eddie Everett, a big league pitcher on a losing streak. As his career plummets, Eddie's wife (from whom he is separated), leaves him in charge of his estranged 13-year old ballet-loving daughter, Laurel (Brittney Irvin). An angry daughter and selfish father make for some tense beginnings, yet, as the ice melts, Laurel, who wants to restore her father's self-confidence, prays for some heavenly assistance. Her prayers are answered, sort of. Heaven's B-team of baseball angels, a bumbling group of benchwarmers led by angel Bob Bugler (David Alan Grier), are sent down to assist. In order to become a full-fledged angel, Bugler must earn his wings. He'd also love another chance at winning the pennant on Earth. As Laurel helps train this band of angelic misfits for championship baseball, a few miracles occur between an unlikely father-daughter pair. Comedic scenes abound, including an otherworldly ballet performance and a "sizzling" baseball finale. --Lynn Gibson In the delightful tradition of ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD, a fledgling angel swoops down to boost the career of a big-league pitcher on a losing streak. David Alan Grier (JUMANJI, TV's IN LIVING COLOR) stars as the celestial coach called in to assist struggling pitcher Patrick Warburton (TV's SEINFELD). Brittney Irvin (TV's LITTLE MEN) finds her prayers answered when a flock of outrageous angelic teammates crash her father's roster for what may be their best season yet! It's time to step up to the plate for hilarious, heavenly fun the whole family will enjoy ... ANGELS IN THE INFIELD is a hit!