The Saint of Second Chances

The Saint of Second Chances is a documentary about Mike Veeck and his relationship with his father, Bill Veeck, a prominent figure in professional baseball known for introducing fan entertainment like fireworks and themed nights. While attempting to prove his worth, Mike organized the Disco Demolition Night, a disastrous event that damaged his father's career and led to Mike's own exile from the sport. The film follows his subsequent struggle over several decades to rebuild his reputation and reclaim his family's legacy.

The film was co-directed by Jeff Malmberg and Morgan Neville. This project represents Malmberg's second directorial effort and follows Neville's work on titles such as 20 Feet from Stardom and Roadrunner. The production features Jeff Daniels as the narrator and Charlie Day in the role of a young Mike Veeck, alongside appearances by Mike Veeck, Libby Veeck, and Night Train Veeck. The project was produced by Tremolo Productions, Stampede Ventures, and MLB Studios. Since its release in June 2023, the documentary has received a rating of 6.9/10 on TMDB based on 16 votes.