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Overcoming (2005): Cast

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Overcoming is a 2005 documentary directed by Tómas Gislason, starring Ivan Basso, Michele Bartoli and Bjarne Riis. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes.

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Overcoming (2005) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 45m (105 min)
Director
Tómas Gislason
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Overcoming About?

The premise of Overcoming without spoilers.

The documentary offers an unprecedented backstage view of the 2004 Tour de France, giving a penetrating glimpse into the tightly sealed world of professional cycling. It follows the Danish Team CSC through training, strategy sessions, race‑day pressures and personal triumphs, revealing the sport’s intensity and camaraderie.

Overcoming Themes & Keywords

· 14 tags
  • cycling sport
  • france
  • tour de france
  • cycling
  • professional sportsman
  • road cycling
  • professional sports
  • alps
  • danish man
  • one word title
  • 2000s
  • sports team
+2 more
  • teamwork
  • portrait
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Cast & crew

Overcoming Cast

Ivan Basso leads the cast, with Michele Bartoli and Bjarne Riis. Directed by Tómas Gislason; 4 actors are credited in all.

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Overcoming Also Known As

Also known as “להתגבר”.

Also known as
  • להתגבר

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FAQ

Overcoming FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Overcoming, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Overcoming?

Overcoming runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

When was Overcoming released?

Overcoming was released on June 10, 2005.

Who directed Overcoming?

Overcoming was directed by Tómas Gislason.

Who is in the cast of Overcoming?

Overcoming stars Ivan Basso, Michele Bartoli and Bjarne Riis, among 4 credited actors.

Does Overcoming have a post-credit scene?

No. Overcoming has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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