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Texan Ben Hogan (Glenn Ford) works as a golf caddy to stay close to the game he loves. However, his beautiful and supportive wife, Valerie (Anne Baxter), urges him to pursue his long-held dream of becoming a professional golfer. Through diligence and tenacity, Hogan reaches the top ranks of pro golfing -- only to be horribly mangled in a car accident. But thanks to the love and support of his fans, Hogan ultimately recovers and happily resumes his legendary career.

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Bob Thomas Associated Press Follow the Sun should please movie fans in general and golfers in particular. Aug 7, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Steve D Good even if it isn't truthful. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 04/05/23 Full Review Audience Member good golfing bio-pic Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Texan Ben Hogan (Glenn Ford) works as a golf caddy to stay close to the game he loves. However, his beautiful and supportive wife, Valerie (Anne Baxter), urges him to pursue his long-held dream of becoming a professional golfer. Through diligence and tenacity, Hogan reaches the top ranks of pro golfing -- only to be horribly mangled in a car accident. But thanks to the love and support of his fans, Hogan ultimately recovers and happily resumes his legendary career.
Director
Sidney Lanfield
Producer
Samuel G. Engel
Genre
Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Feb 4, 2014
Runtime
1h 33m