Stroker Ace (1983): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Stroker Ace is a 1983 action comedy directed by Hal Needham, starring Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty and Cassandra Peterson. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $13 million worldwide. Critics gave it 30 on Metacritic. Stream it on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Hal Needham
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Stroker Ace About?
The premise of Stroker Ace without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After a sponsorship dispute abruptly ends his successful racing career, NASCAR star Stroker Ace finds himself without a contract. He's then unexpectedly recruited by the eccentric owner of a fried-chicken chain, who intends to use Stroker's image to promote his business. This leads to a series of chaotic and unusual situations as Stroker struggles to balance racing and the demands of increasingly bizarre marketing schemes.
Stroker Ace Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- virgin
- blown up skirt
- bloopers during credits
- breaking the fourth wall
- car chase
- narcissist
- police chase
- sponsor
- nascar
- chicken suit
- rivalry
- womanizer
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- panties
- car race
- humiliation
- embarrassment
- contractual obligation
- advertising
- talladega alabama
- based on novel
- falling into a swimming pool
- swimming pool
- businessman
- bar fight
- sexual harassment
- bar
- kiss
- actor
- fishing
- chauffeur
- chewing gum
- singing in a car
- hotel room
- car falls into water
- champagne
- getting someone's name wrong
- daytona florida
- restaurant opening
- reference to king kong
- driving a car on three wheels
- character name as title
- pay phone
- blonde woman
- woman wears short shorts
- girl wears shorts
- motorsports sport
- mustached man
- hixploitation film
- bare chested man
- car crash
Where to Watch Stroker Ace
Stream it on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Stroker Ace Cast
Burt Reynolds leads the cast, with Ned Beatty and Cassandra Peterson. Directed by Hal Needham; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Hal Needham
Also Starring in Stroker Ace
· 6 moreStroker Ace Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Stroker Ace 30 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 30 Metascore
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TMDB 50% User score
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Stroker Ace Plot Summary
What happens in Stroker Ace from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Stroker Ace is a dynamic and daring NASCAR driver hailing from Waycross, Georgia, renowned for his prowess on the track. With his trusty #7 Ford Thunderbird, he has clinched three championships, yet his overconfident attitude often casts a shadow over his considerable talent. His fiercest rival is Aubrey James, who drives the #10 Four-Star Whiskey Buick Regal and is intent on outshining Stroker to establish himself as a prominent contender.
Full summary
The whole story of Stroker Ace, scene by scene
Stroker Ace Box Office
Stroker Ace grossed $13 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$13M
- US & Canada
- $13M
Stroker Ace Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 3 trailers.
- Trailer Stroker Ace (1983) Official Trailer - Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty Movie HD
- Trailer Stroker Ace ≣ 1983 ≣ Trailer
How Well Do You Know Stroker Ace?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the primary occupation of Stroker Ace?
Cars in Stroker Ace
24 cars on screen, including the 1983 Ford Mustang and the 1983 Ford Thunderbird.
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1983 Ford Mustang Main role -
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1981 Buick Regal Important role -
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Important role
Stroker Ace Also Known As
12 alternative titles, including “L'As de coeur” and “Der rasende Gockel”.
- Also known as
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- L'As de coeur
- Der rasende Gockel
- As de plumas
- L'as de cœur
- Гонщик Строкер
- Stroukeris Eisas
- Tollas futam
- O Imbatível
- Krudt i røven
- 스토커 에이스
- 王牌赛手
- Undan för äss
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Stroker Ace FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Stroker Ace, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Stroker Ace?
Stroker Ace runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Stroker Ace released?
Stroker Ace was released on July 1, 1983.
Who directed Stroker Ace?
Stroker Ace was directed by Hal Needham.
More films by Hal Needham Who is in the cast of Stroker Ace?
Stroker Ace stars Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty and Cassandra Peterson, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Stroker Ace?
In the US, Stroker Ace is streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV and YouTube Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Stroker Ace make at the box office?
Stroker Ace grossed $13 million worldwide.
How is Stroker Ace rated?
Stroker Ace has 30 on Metacritic and 50% on TMDB.
Does Stroker Ace have a post-credit scene?
No. Stroker Ace has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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