The Diamond King

A must see if you like baseball or have an appreciation for American history (two things that people usually assume are boring- this movie was definitely NOT!) Dick is funny and John's narration was personal and exciting. I brought my eight and a half year old son and even though I knew he'd love the baseball part of it, what I really loved was knowing that he was getting to see a true story of someone who is kind, humble, and caring who gets to spend their life doing what they truly love. The story made me happy and the film itself, from the interviews to the photography, was excellent! Bravo!!! 👏🏼

At its core, The Diamond King is a love story-told through brushstrokes, baseball cards, and a quiet devotion to legacy. The documentary beautifully traces the life and work of Dick Perez, the official artist of the Baseball Hall of Fame for over two decades and the creative force behind the iconic Donruss Diamond Kings series.

Perez hasn't just painted baseball-he's painted its history, capturing the spirit of every Hall of Famer and, in doing so, preserving the soul of America's pastime across generations. His portraits are more than illustrations-they're reverent, emotional tributes that give players a kind of immortality only art can give.

We get to know Perez not just as an artist, but as a son of Puerto Rico, an immigrant, a devoted husband, and a gentle visionary whose work helped generations of fans see the game through a new lens.

Joe Posnanski's lyrical writing, brought to life through John Ortiz's soulful narration, adds a deep emotional resonance to the film. The score weaves through it all with quiet grace-stirring nostalgia, pride, and a sense of wonder.

For fans of baseball, it's a nostalgic tribute. For everyone else, it's a deeply human story about relationships, finding your purpose, staying true to your voice, and creating beauty that endures.