Although it was released more than 30 years ago, The Sandlot is a great baseball movie that remains as relevant as ever in 2025 in a slew of ways. A lot of sports movies from the ’90s are still popular today, mostly because there were so many great ones that millennials grew up with and hold close to their hearts as they grow up.
These sports films weren’t just aimed at young viewers, but they starred kids, allowing the target audience to see themselves in the characters. That was the case with The Mighty Ducks, Little Giants, and, of course, The Sandlot. Many adult baseball fans have fond memories of the classic movie and still quote The Sandlot to this day.
As timeless as the film is, 2025 has actually proven to be one of the biggest years for the film as it has trended on streaming, seen a star pop back up on the baseball diamond, and even gotten showings by a major league team.
The Sandlot Is Still A Trending Movie In 2025
The Film Remains Popular On Disney+
It’s often hard to predict what will be a hit on streaming platforms. A lot of the time, something from years past will randomly become one of the most watched films or shows with no rhyme or reason why. With Disney+, the trending movies tend to be whatever the latest release is, which was the case in early 2025 with Snow White and Captain America: Brave New World topping the charts.
The fact that a live-action sports movie from the ’90s ranked among them is impressive and shows that there’s still a surprisingly high demand for The Sandlot.
However, The Sandlot also appeared in Disney+’s top 10 movies for a solid chunk of early 2025. It stood out on the list alongside brand new releases and animated films that kids love to watch over and over. The fact that a live-action sports movie from the ’90s ranked among them is impressive and shows that there’s still a surprisingly high demand for The Sandlot.
A Star Of The Sandlot Actually Played Professional Baseball In 2025
Ham Brought His Bat To Pro Ball
One of the most memorable characters from The Sandlot is Ham Porter, played by Patrick Renna. He delivered some of the film’s most iconic lines and the image of him calling his sH๏τ in honor of Babe Ruth is something kids from the ’90s will likely never forget.
So, it was a true treat to see Renna actually step onto the baseball field for a real game when he suited up for the lovable Savannah Bananas (via Today).
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For those unaware, the Savannah Bananas don’t play a typical brand of baseball; instead, they play “Banana Ball.” The whole thing is meant to make the game more fun which includes dance routines, comedy bits, and celebrity players.
Renna took to Instagram after the game to share his appreciation for the film’s enduring popularity and he even called his sH๏τ like he does in the movie. More than 40,000 people attended the game and cheered on “The Great Hambino” in 2025.
The World Series Champions Are Hosting A Special Screening Of The Sandlot
Fans Can Watch The Film At Dodger Stadium
If there’s one major league team that’s ᴀssociated with The Sandlot, it’s the Los Angeles Dodgers. Benny “The Jet” Rodriguez wears their hat throughout the film and it’s the team that he ultimately goes on to play for as an adult.
The Dodgers are honoring their connection to the movie on June 28, 2025, by screening The Sandlot for their annual “Movie Night on the Field” (via KTLA). The special screening allows fans to actually sit on the outfield grᴀss at the legendary Dodger Stadium and watch the movie on the big screens, proving the film’s lasting legacy.
