The Unknown Cyclist (1998): Cast
The Unknown Cyclist is a 1998 drama directed by Bernard Salzmann, starring Lea Thompson as Melissa Cavatelli, Holland Taylor and Michael J. Pollard. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Bernard Salzmann
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Watermark Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Unknown Cyclist About?
The premise of The Unknown Cyclist without spoilers.
When a beloved family member is on his deathbed, he asks his loved ones to honor his wish by joining a 450‑mile charity bike trek across Northern California. The journey forces them to set aside the race‑against‑time mindset, discover the value of companionship, and find meaning in the road ahead as they ride together in tribute.
The Unknown Cyclist Cast & Characters
Lea Thompson leads the cast as Melissa Cavatelli, with Holland Taylor as Celia (uncredited) and Michael J. Pollard as Gabe Sinclair. Directed by Bernard Salzmann; 24 actors are credited in all.
- Director Bernard Salzmann
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Lea Thompson as Melissa Cavatelli -
Holland Taylor as Celia (uncredited) -
Michael J. Pollard as Gabe Sinclair -
Lainie Kazan as Rachel
Also Starring in The Unknown Cyclist
· 20 more- Vincent Spano Frank Cavatelli
- Danny Nucci Gaetano Amador
- William Mapother By Stander
- Ismael 'East' Carlo Migrant Worker
- Stephen Spinella Doug Stein
- Paul Parducci Rocco
- Scott Atkinson Lance
- Jack Shearer Martin
- Tia Texada Lola
- Rolando Molina Support Van Driver
- Richard Danielson Bartender
- Mark Nordike Diva
- Jaclyn Balacy Lemonade Stand Girl #1
- Meredith Basinger Sandra
- Daren Leverenz Ambulance Driver
- Theresa Crespi-Marillo Woman at Bar
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- Tanya Newbold By-Stander
- Sydney Tobias Woman at Wake
- Brianna Tiesi Lemonade Stand Girl #2
- Joshua Campbell Voice of Chris Cavatelli
More from Bernard Salzmann
More films directed by Bernard Salzmann: Marriage Killer and Assumed Killer.
The Unknown Cyclist Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “4 for the Road” and “O agnostos podilatis”.
- Also known as
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- 4 for the Road
- O agnostos podilatis
- Amori diversi
- Una corsa per la vita
- El ciclista desconocido
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The Unknown Cyclist FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Unknown Cyclist, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Unknown Cyclist?
The Unknown Cyclist runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Unknown Cyclist released?
The Unknown Cyclist was released on October 10, 1998.
Who directed The Unknown Cyclist?
The Unknown Cyclist was directed by Bernard Salzmann.
More films by Bernard Salzmann Who is in the cast of The Unknown Cyclist?
The Unknown Cyclist stars Lea Thompson as Melissa Cavatelli, Holland Taylor as Celia (uncredited) and Michael J. Pollard as Gabe Sinclair, among 24 credited actors.
Does The Unknown Cyclist have a post-credit scene?
No. The Unknown Cyclist has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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