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Was Professional Pinball Playing Really So Lucrative Back In The '60?

posted 4 months ago by FootOfDavros (7312)
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I can't quite help but question if this is an example of a plot hole?

It was long before my time but were there really pro pinball leagues and star players earning vast fortunes in front of huge audiences?

I think not. I believe this to be a clear fabrication. Thus placing this entire endeavour far below the winner in the genre - Jeff Wayne's War Of The Worlds.

[–] hyperjet (654) 4 months ago

In the musical at least, he's more of a traveling freak show/superstar. It never mentioned pinball competitions. The Pinball Wizard was just a guy who was great at pinball. Yes Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds is boss.

[–] FootOfDavros (7312) 4 months ago

Yes Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds is boss.

Love it! Although it does lack a Tommy's mom rolling about in baked beans scene, for which I do have to give Tommy some points for...

[–] SteveRes (488) 4 months ago

Wut