The Cannonball Run 1981
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SplatA cross-country road race is based on an actual event, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, organized by Brock Yates to protest the 55 mph speed limit then in effect in the U.S. The Cannonball was named for Erwin G. "Cannonball" Baker, who in the roaring 20's rode his motorcycle across the country. Many of the characters are based on ruses developed by real Cannonball racers over the several years that the event was run.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as J.J. McClure
as Seymour
as Pamela
as Victor
as Jamie Blake
as Fenderbaum
as Doctor
as Marcie
as Terry
as Subaru Driver #1
Director:
Writer:
Brock Yates
Stars:
Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett, Dom DeLuise, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jack Elam, Adrienne Barbeau, Terry Bradshaw, Jackie Chan,
Genres:
Action,Comedy,Family
Release Date:
1981 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
95 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Cannonball Run
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
BY
Cast
as J.J. McClure
as Seymour
as Pamela
as Victor
as Jamie Blake
as Fenderbaum
as Doctor
as Marcie
as Terry
as Subaru Driver #1
as Brad
as Sheik
as Chief Biker
as A.F. Foyt
as Subaru Driver #2
as Sheik's Sister
as Mom Goldfarb
as "The Greek"
as Mel
as Mad Dog
as Shakey Finch
as Jill
as Desk Clerk
as Petoski
as Polish Racing Driver
as Chair Person
as Biker
as Batman
as TV Talk Show Host
as Seymour's Girl
as Seymour's Girl
as Seymour's Girl
as Seymour's Girl
as Seymour's Girl
as Missouri Patrolman #1
as California Patrolman #1
as Connecticut Patrolman
as New Jersey Patrolman #1
as New Jersey Patrolman #2
as Organizer
as Starting Girl
as Phone Booth Lady
as Car Hop Waitress
as California Highway Patrolman #2
as California Highway Patrolman #3
as Bedouin
as Arthur Rose
as Dour Lady
as Lady in Distress
as Trans Am Driver
as Farmboy
as Ambulance EMT (uncredited)
as Female Cop Pulling Over Lamborghini Babes (uncredited)
as Race Car Assistant (uncredited)
as Man Kicked by Jackie Chan (uncredited)
as Missouri Passerby (uncredited)
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