The Great Race (1965)
The movie with 20,000-miles or one-million-laughs guarantee!
Storyline
Professional daredevil and white-suited hero, The Great Leslie, convinces turn-of-the-century auto makers that a race from New York to Paris (westward across America, the Bering Straight and Russia) will help to promote automobile sales. Leslie's arch-rival, the mustached and black-attired Professor Fate vows to beat Leslie to the finish line in a car of Fate's own invention.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Great Race |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 17, 1965 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | new york city, paris, france, slapstick comedy, car race, inventor, steampunk, wager, daredevil, cross country race, turn of the century, evil genius, mad professor |
FAQ
What is The Great Race about?
Professional daredevil and white-suited hero, The Great Leslie, convinces turn-of-the-century auto makers that a race from New York to Paris (westward across America, the Bering Straight and Russia) will help to promote automobile sales. Leslie's arch-rival, the mustached and black-attired Professor Fate vows to beat Leslie to the finish line in a car of Fate's own invention.
When was The Great Race released?
The Great Race was released on Dec 17, 1965 (status: Released).
Who directed The Great Race?
Blake Edwards directed The Great Race.
What is the TMDB rating of The Great Race?
The Great Race has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 from 392 votes.