JDIFF is partnering with Five Flags Center to bring this special screening to you!

On Thursday, October 22, one day ahead of the World Series, Five Flags will screen “UECK: Bob Uecker, The Story of Baseball’s Most Unlikely Legend” at 7:00pm. The evening will include a short pre-film concert featuring Skip Griparis and a post-film Q&A panel discussion with Skip alongside Michael Vollmann, co-director of UECK, and other possible guests.

Skip Griparis portrayed ‘Monte the Colorman’ alongside Bob Uecker in the blockbuster hit movies Major League I and II, a comic role praised by the late great film critic, Roger Ebert. A versatile entertainer, Skip is a virtuoso singer, guitarist, impressionist, comedian and member of the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The event will also include a raffle for door prizes.

Event Details
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Five Flags Theater
Doors 6:00 PM
Film Starts 7:00 PM

Tickets on sale now!
Adults $12.50
Kids (under 18) $7.50

Tickets for sale at the Five Flags Box Office
or online through Ticketmaster.

Box office is open Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 5pm. Tickets are also available at the door. Merchandise and refreshments also available for purchase.

Prices listed do not reflect the Ticketmaster service charges.