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Directed by Charles Stone III, Mr. 3000 revolves around over-the-hill baseball star Stan Ross (Bernie Mac), who retired after making what he thought was his 3,000th base hit for the Milwaukee Brewers ... read more read more...(i.e. the exact amount of hits it takes to qualify for the Hall of Fame). Though he shocked his teammates by quitting in the middle of the game, certain that his Hall of Fame position was in the bag, complications arise when he discovers that three of his hits during his ten-year career had been disqualified. Known as Mr. 3000, the 47-year-old, out-of-shape ball player returns to the game intending to stay only as long as it takes to get the hits he needs, but something unexpected happens along the way -- he rediscovers his love for the game, and begins to serve as a mentor to one of the younger players. Mr. 3000 features Angela Bassett, Paul Sorvino, Michael Rispoli, and Evan Jones in supporting roles. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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PG-13, 1 hr. 42 min.

Directed by: Charles Stone III

Release Date: September 17, 2004

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DVD Release Date: February 1, 2005

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  • LoughnerWasLucid
    August 4, 2009
    LoughnerWasLucid
    "Bernie Mac is perfectly cast in Mr. 3000" thats like saying Paris Hilton was perfectly cast in 'the simple life'
  • DrZeek
    July 27, 2008
    DrZeek
    Big Horse Borelli: You know, a lot of people said that Stan only looked out for himself, that he wasn't a team player. But I'm here to tell you, if you get 3000 hits, you don't have to be a team player. If you have a lifetime .314 average, you don't have to be a good guy. If you ... read morelead the league in batting for three years, you can be the biggest jerk in the world!

    Bernie Mac stars as a baseball player who quit the game after getting his 3000th hit. Problem is, years later, when up for a spot in the hall of fame, it is learned that he is in fact 3 hits shy of 3000. Now, to keep his title as Mr. 3000, he has to get back in the game, despite his past ego making him unlikable.

    The movie itself is somewhat formulaic, with an ok enough way of playing itself out, but Bernie Mac is enough of a good presence to make this movie enjoyable.

    Tom Arnold: Hey, we're sorry about all that stuff we said before you hit that homer...
    Stan: Yeah, you wouldn't be anywhere if it wasn't for Roseanne.
  • adfill7
    July 9, 2006
    adfill7
    I really can NOT stand Bernie Mac. He really annoys me. I liked the movie concept, but it just wasn't done right.
  • BlueTorch
    March 15, 2006
    BlueTorch
    Interesting premise leads to a disappointingly typical sports comedy.
  • RemiLogan
    April 2, 2009
    RemiLogan
    =( RIP Bernie Mac
  • brandankurtis
    January 12, 2011
    brandankurtis
    Bernie Mac is what makes you watch Charles Stone III's "Mr. 3000". Mac is totally funny and has a great screen presence. No doubt this is a star vehicle for Mac, who really benefits from a surprising screenplay by Eric Champnella, Keith Mitchell, and Howard Gould. Their "Mr. 3000... read more" is funny, edgy, and appropriately sentimental. Bernie Mac plays Stan Ross, a great Major League hitter, and also a major league arrogant jerk. Upon reaching his 3000th hit and securing his place in the Hall of Fame, Stan retires leaving his team in a lurch just before the playoffs. Stan parlays his "Mr. 3000" title into a successful business. However, 9 years later when Stan is on the verge of possible sports immortality with an induction into the Hall of Fame, a statistical error reveals that Stan Ross, "Mr. 3000", is really Stan Ross "Mr. 2997". Stan is shy 3 hits-- pretty much killing any chance of a trip to Cooperstown. So at nearly 50 years old, Stan decides to make a comeback. Seeing the potential of increased ticket sales by his return, his old team welcomes him back. Well, at least the owners do. How difficult would it be to get 3 more hits? Well, that is some of the movie.

    Bernie Mac has this charm about him that even when playing a world class arrogant jerk, he is still likable. That is amazing. However, in the evolution of the story by Champnella, Mitchell, and Gould, Stan's (Mac's) introspection of the man he was in his youth is effective and at times poignant. Mac as Stan is smart and gradually sees the impact of selfishness on his teammates in the past and present, and with his old flame Mo (a wonderful and gorgeous Angela Bassett). He sees much of his young self in superstar hitter T-Rex (a commanding Brian J. White). Consequently Stan gives T-Rex a wake up call. T-Rex could end up being a lone jerk like Stan, or he could really make a profound difference by being a leader, and inspire his teammates. This is one of the great touches of the "Mr. 3000". Another great touch is Michael Rispoli as Stan's one loyal friend, Boca, who finally points out to Stan that he loves him, because he can always count on Stan to do what is right for Stan, regardless of anyone else. At the heart of the movie is the amazing Angela Bassett as Mo. She knows that Stan is a jerk and she still loves him. She also is sad and angry that Stan doesn't just grow up, knock it off, and be the great man that he deserves to be.

    The end really took me by surprise-- I did not expect it. Without giving anything away, everything works out sometimes in the most unsuspecting ways.

    Bernie Mac is wonderful here. "Mr. 3000" is that cool fantasy movie where one gets to atone and correct for being young and stupid. And I guess we all continue to do this is some way or fashion. "Mr. 3000" also does this with a sense of humor. This is a great thing.
  • flbeachboy
    February 26, 2010
    flbeachboy
    I really enjoy baseball movies and have to say that this one was very good, Bernie Mac makes a good baseball player, love the ending of the movie.
  • mrclean1957
    August 18, 2008
    mrclean1957
    another great Bernie Mac movie! A must see and another dvd for your collection!:) We miss u Bernie!:(
  • janakic
    August 10, 2008
    janakic
    Ah, the Mac man. Even though this movie was not a hit I enjoyed it very much. Bernie plays a selfish ballplayer very well. The scenes when he makes his comeback and tries to play ball are very funny and he looks like he can't play at all, which of course he couldn't. In the end ... read morehe doesn't reach his goal which only makes me like this more. R.I.P. Bernie. "Staaaan Rosss!"
  • phantopp
    July 28, 2008
    phantopp
    Ten years ago, a Milwaukee Brewers baseball player's (Bernie Mac) fantasy became reality when he hit his 3000th career hit. After the game, he announces his retirement from the game where he has a love/hate relationship with fans and sportscasters. Years later, he is trying to ge... read moret into the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame, however a clerical error is discovered and it is learned that he is actually a few hits short of his record 3000 career hits. Now, the team owner decides to have "Ross" return to the Brewers, who retired his number, to try to get those last few hits and regain his mark, and to get attendance at games up.

    Now all he has to do is get back into game shape, and work with the now-lackluster team headed by an up-and-coming star (Brian J. White) that reminds him of the way he was during his career.

    Mr. 3000 runs on a few sight gags and verbal jokes -- most of which only makes you chuckle. There are no real laugh-out-loud jokes anywhere in this film.

    Bernie Mac as the lead character, "Stan Ross" is actually pretty good. You start off hating "Ross", but slowly warm up to him as his temperament slowly improves as the movie goes on. You may find a lot of players in real-life today much like "Ross" is during his original career at the start of the movie. However, his comedic timing seems forced into many scenes.

    The premise of the movie is somewhat believable, but I don't think any player who hasn't played in a decade or more would actually go back on the field on a regular basis. The on-field games are well done, and the inserts of actual sports shows and TV commercials into scenes are done quite nicely. The supporting cast is barely defined, with many not on screen all that much. The love story isn't all that much believable, and neither are "Ross'" friendships.

    The ending is not the best, in fact it's just "Ross" giving highlights of what happened after his final game.

    Baseball fans might like this one a bit more than the rest of the audience out there -- that includes fans of The Bernie Mac Show

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Critic Reviews

J. R. Jones
March 21, 2011
J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader

There are no big surprises, but Mac and director Charles Stone III hit all the right dramatic notes, and Angela Bassett is reliably smart and sexy as Mac's love interest. Full Review

Peter Travers
August 14, 2007
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

This one's out of the park.

Carrie Rickey
July 21, 2005
Carrie Rickey, Houston Chronicle

One wishes that the screenplay were as accomplished as the actors, but one can't have everything. Full Review

James Berardinelli
September 21, 2004
James Berardinelli, ReelViews

It's a solid base hit. Full Review

Kevin Thomas
September 18, 2004
Kevin Thomas, Newsday

Good-looking and smooth, with a great soundtrack... Full Review

Stephanie Zacharek
September 18, 2004
Stephanie Zacharek, Salon.com

An uncompromisingly grown-up comedy that any willing adult can see in any multiplex in the country. Full Review

Sara Gebhardt
September 17, 2004
Sara Gebhardt, Washington Post

The script is much like a nine-inning sitcom that uses an obvious formula to tell a familiar story while garnering cheap laughs. Full Review

Ann Hornaday
September 17, 2004
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post

Although the writing and direction are flabby, the drama contrived and the romance utterly unbelievable. Full Review

Claudia Puig
September 17, 2004
Claudia Puig, USA Today

Bassett and Mac deserve better vehicles for their charm and talent. Full Review

Malene Arpe
September 17, 2004
Malene Arpe, Toronto Star

An intermittently charming remake of the 1992 Tom Selleck yarn Mr. Baseball. Full Review

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