Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006): Cast & Ratings
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby is a 2006 action comedy directed by Adam McKay, starring Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $163.4 million worldwide on a $72.5 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Motion Picture – Drama at the Golden Globes 2007. Critics gave it 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
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- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Adam McKay
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Columbia Pictures
- Budget
- $72.5M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby About?
The premise of Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A NASCAR superstar’s dominance is challenged by a determined French racing driver. Ricky Bobby, once at the pinnacle of the sport, finds his career and personal life thrown into turmoil. Facing intense pressure and struggling with self-doubt, he must seek guidance from his estranged father and rediscover his passion for racing to regain his position and reputation in the high-stakes world of motorsports.
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- motorsports sport
- motor sports
- race car driver
- automobile racing
- winner takes all
- camp
- male male kiss
- guitar
- harmonica
- singing
- driving backwards
- driving in reverse
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- buddy comedy
- car
- racecourse
- checkered flag
- helmet
- 2000s
- 21st century
- stabbing
- stabbing oneself
- stabbing oneself in the leg
- press conference
- child swears
- gay character
- love
- satire comedy
- applebee's
- bloopers during credits
- racing
- nascar
- friend
- french
- car racing
- police siren
- sexual humor
- comic violence
- reference to ralph nader
- mockumentary
- reference to jesus christ
- prayer
- saying grace
- kiss
- erection
- gay kiss
- car movie
- reference to william blake
- wild animal
- weed
- talladega alabama
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Cast
Will Ferrell leads the cast, with John C. Reilly. Directed by Adam McKay.
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Director Adam McKay
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More films directed by Adam McKay, best-rated first: The Big Short, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Vice and Step Brothers.
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
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IMDb 6.6 /10
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Metacritic 66 Metascore
User score 6.8
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TMDB 64% User score
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Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Plot Summary
What happens in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ricky Bobby, portrayed by Will Ferrell, is a man destined for speed, growing up under the strict care of his devout Christian mother, Lucy, while his alcoholic father, Reese (played by Gary Cole), remains a distant figure in his life. An unforgettable moment from his childhood occurs when Reese crashes Career Day at Ricky’s school, leaving behind a memorable quote: > “If you ain’t first, you’re last!” This mantra becomes the foundation of Ricky’s competitive spirit. Fast forward fifteen years, Ricky shines in NASCAR after surprising everyone by finishing third in a race while initially starting from the back of the pack. His ascent in the racing world brings him fame, fortune, and the love of his future wife, Carly (Leslie Bibb).
Full summary
The whole story of Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, scene by scene
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Box Office & Budget
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby grossed $163.4 million worldwide on a $72.5 million budget, 2.3 times what it cost. $148.2 million came from the US and Canada and $15.1 million (9%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$163.4M
2.3× its budget
- US & Canada
- $148.2M
- International
- $15.1M
- Budget
- $72.5M
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Awards & Nominations
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby earned 1 award nomination, including Best Motion Picture – Drama at the Golden Globes 2007.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 2007 1 nomination- Nominated Best Motion Picture – Drama
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 clip.
- Trailer Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) Trailer [FHD]
- Clip The Secret to Success (Scene)
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Who plays the role of Ricky Bobby?
Cars in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
58 cars on screen, including the Chevrolet Monte Carlo NASCAR and the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo NASCAR.
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1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Important role -
1973 Ford LTD Wagon Important role
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “High” and “Wide, and Handsome”.
- Also known as
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- High
- Wide, and Handsome
- Рікі Боббі: Король дороги
- As Corridas Loucas de Ricky Bobby
- Priča o Rickyju Bobbyju
- Ricky Bobby - legendaarne kihutaja
- Rikijs Bobijs - ātruma karalis
- Прича о Рикију Бобију
- 王牌飆風
- Ricky Bobby - König der Rennfahrer
- Ricky Bobby - La storia di un uomo che sapeva contare fino a uno
- Ricky Bobby - A Toda Velocidade
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- Pasado de vueltas
- Ricky Bobby : roi du circuit
- Rýchlo a desivo: Šialené preteky
- 塔拉德加之夜
- Ο ελεεινός ιππότης της ασφάλτου
- Taplógáz - Ricky Bobby legendája
- Рики Бобби: Король дороги
- Ricky Bobby: Nejrychlejší jezdec
- לילות טלדגה: הבלדה על ריקי בובי
- Ricky Bobby: A Toda Velocidade
- Talladega Geceleri: Ricky Bobby Hikayesi
- Рики Боби: Лудият на макс
- Ricky Bobby - Demon prędkości
- 텔라데가 나이트: 리키 바비의 발라드
- Rikis Bobis: Greičiausio kvailio legenda
- Ricky Bobby: Loco por la velocidad, თალაგედას ღამეები: ბალადა რიკი ბობიზე
- Talladega Nights: Balada lui Ricky Bobby
- タラデガ・ナイト オーバルの狼
- Les nuits de Talladega : La ballade de Ricky Bobby
- Passat de voltes
- ริกกี้ บ๊อบบี้ ซ่าส์ตัวจริง ซิ่งกระเจิง
- Talladega Nights - bensaa suonissa
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Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby released?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was released on August 4, 2006.
Who directed Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was directed by Adam McKay.
More films by Adam McKay Who is in the cast of Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby stars Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly.
How much did Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby make at the box office?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby grossed $163.4 million worldwide ($148.2 million domestic, $15.1 million international) on a budget of $72.5 million.
How is Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby rated?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 66 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.
Was Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby nominated for any awards?
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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