Roger Sharpe, known as “The Man Who Saved Pinball,” is back in the spotlight as he marks the 50th anniversary of the moment that changed pinball history. His story, brought to life in the MPI Original feature Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game, was recently revisited in an interview on CBS Saturday Morning, where Sharpe reflected on the day he helped overturn New York City’s 35-year ban on the game.

At a time when pinball was dismissed as gambling and heavily regulated, Sharpe stepped forward to challenge that narrative. In a now-famous demonstration before city officials, he proved that pinball was a game of skill, not chance. His testimony helped lift the ban and reshaped how the game was perceived across the country.

Watch Pinball tonight on your favorite streaming platforms like Hulu, Apple TV, and Prime Video, and discover the story behind the shot that changed everything.