Speedway (1968): Cast & Ratings
Speedway is a 1968 comedy musical directed by Norman Taurog, starring Elvis Presley, William Schallert and Ross Hagen. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes. Critics gave it 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Norman Taurog
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Speedway About?
The premise of Speedway without spoilers.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Vancouver Island, this film follows a determined underdog as they take on the established champion in a thrilling race for the prestigious Strawberry Cup. The rivalry intensifies as both drivers demonstrate exceptional skill and tenacity, pushing their machines and themselves to the absolute limit in a high-octane battle for supremacy and the title of speedway champion.
Speedway Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- race car
- race car driver
- psychotronic film
- bridal bouquet
- rape
- sexual assault
- sexual harassment
- car
- hollywood musical
- classic musical
- mgm musical
- romantic comedy
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- musical comedy
- rom com
- romcom
- tax
- racing
- manager
- tax return
- stock car
- speedway
- gambler
- gambling
- passed out
- debt
- bookie
- wedding gown
- trailer home
- cheque
- anger
- fainting
- wedding
- tears
- binoculars
- knocked unconscious
- go go dancer
- little girl
- singing
- nightclub
- dancing
- singer
- music band
- locked in
- microphone
- applause
- trophy
- racetrack
- announcer
- car driver
- spectator
Speedway Cast
Elvis Presley leads the cast, with William Schallert and Ross Hagen. Directed by Norman Taurog; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Norman Taurog
Also Starring in Speedway
· 6 moreMore from Norman Taurog
More films directed by Norman Taurog, best-rated first: The Wizard of Oz, Girl Crazy, Room for One More and Blue Hawaii.
Speedway Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Speedway 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.
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IMDb 5.5 /10
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
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TMDB 58% User score
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Speedway Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Speedway.
Cars in Speedway
25 cars on screen, including the 1967 Dodge Charger and the 1967 Plymouth Belvedere.
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1967 Dodge Charger Main role -
1967 Plymouth Belvedere Important role -
1967 Plymouth Fury Important role -
1950 Chrysler Royal Minor role
Speedway Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “A plein tube” and “A tutto gas”.
- Also known as
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- A plein tube
- A tutto gas
- Autópálya
- À plein tube
- ספידווי
- Pista de carreras
- Спидвей
- Пистата
- O Bacana do Volante
- 赛车跑道
- Gençlerin Şakası Yok
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Top Speed, Speed Zone and Spinout.
Speedway FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Speedway, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Speedway?
Speedway runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Speedway released?
Speedway was released on June 12, 1968.
Who directed Speedway?
Speedway was directed by Norman Taurog.
More films by Norman Taurog Who is in the cast of Speedway?
Speedway stars Elvis Presley, William Schallert and Ross Hagen, among 10 credited actors.
How is Speedway rated?
Speedway has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 53 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Does Speedway have a post-credit scene?
No. Speedway has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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