Damn Yankees

Joe Boyd, a die-hard fan of the struggling Washington Senators baseball team, laments his team's perpetual losing streak and wishes he could sell his soul to help them win. To his surprise, the Devil, Mr. Applegate, appears and offers him a deal: he will become the Senators' star slugger, Joe Hardy, for a limited time in exchange for his soul. Joe agrees, and with his newfound talent, the Senators begin to miraculously win games, much to the chagrin of Applegate's associate, the seductive Lola.

Damn Yankees was a critical and commercial success, praised for its energetic musical numbers, sharp wit, and faithful adaptation of the Broadway hit. Both the performances and the direction were lauded, contributing to its status as a classic musical film.

• Praised for its lively musical numbers and humorous take on baseball.
• Gwen Verdon's performance as Lola is a standout, captivating and energetic.
• The film successfully captures the spirit and satirical edge of its stage predecessor.

Google audience: Viewers generally enjoyed the film's humor, its catchy songs, and the energetic performances, particularly Gwen Verdon's. Many appreciated its faithful adaptation of the musical and its lighthearted, entertaining plot.

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe (Most Promising Newcomer - Male for Tab Hunter).

The film's iconic song 'Whatever Lola Wants' was specifically written for Gwen Verdon, whose powerful and dynamic dance abilities were central to the character of Lola.