Question 1

What was the headline of Moe Berg's obituary in Newsweek magazine?

Accepted Answer

His obituary headline in Newsweek in May 1972 was '3rd String Catcher; 1st String Spy.'

Question 2

What real-life detail is in the background when Bill Donovan meets Moe Berg in the film?

Accepted Answer

The photo in the background during their handshake is of the real Bill Donovan, founder of the OSS and considered the Father of the CIA.

Question 3

What did Moe Berg do in Yugoslavia that wasn't shown in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Berg parachuted into Yugoslavia to assess partisan groups; his report recommended backing Tito's group, which influenced Allied support for Tito, who later became dictator.

Question 4

What festival premiered 'The Catcher Was a Spy'?

Accepted Answer

It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2018.

Question 5

What double life does Moe Berg lead in the film?

Accepted Answer

Moe Berg is a former major league baseball player who works for the Office of Strategic Services in World War II Europe.

The Catcher Was a Spy

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