GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Brewers fans in attendance for Opening Day at American Family Field will get an exclusive first look at “Ueck,” a new documentary celebrating the life and legacy of late broadcaster Bob Uecker, the club announced Monday.
Fans will be encouraged to remain in their seats immediately following the conclusion of the White Sox-Brewers opener on Thursday, March 26, for a 20-minute segment from the film, which will mark the first public showing of a project more than two years in the making.
Bob Uecker, 1934-2025
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Before he passed away in January 2025, Uecker participated extensively in the film, which was produced by Milwaukee-based production company September Club. The crew first began following him during 2023 Spring Training, and covered his unique life in baseball, entertainment and beyond, including rare footage and interviews with his family and many friends.
“Ueck” will enjoy a major theatrical release later this summer, with more details to be announced soon.
“From the very beginning, this project was about honoring Bob Uecker with the care, respect and gratitude he deserves,” said Barry Poltermann, a producer and co-founder of September Club. “Bob’s story is so deeply woven into the fabric of Milwaukee, the Brewers and this ballpark. To share the first public glimpse of the film at American Family Field on Opening Day, surrounded by Brewers fans, is meaningful for everyone who worked on it. We’re humbled by the trust placed in us to help tell his incredible story.”
Uecker was born in Milwaukee, batted an even .200 during a big league career that began with the Milwaukee Braves, then shared his dry wit with the world as a baseball broadcaster and star of commercials, television and film. He called games for his hometown Brewers for 54 years before his death, which followed a private battle with small-cell lung cancer.