Movie

Heart Like a Wheel

“She did something women were forbidden to do, and became a World Champion.”

★ 5.8(30)19831h 53m

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Good to know

Director: Jonathan Kaplan
Release date: 1983-04-01
Runtime: 1h 53m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Michael Nolin

Heart Like a Wheel — trailer

About Heart Like a Wheel

Heart Like a Wheel is a 1983 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jonathan Kaplan, starring Bonnie Bedelia, Beau Bridges and Leo Rossi. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 30 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Heart Like a Wheel in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Shirley Muldowney is determined to be a top-fuel drag racer, although no woman has ever raced them before. Despite the high risks of this kind of racing and the burden it places on her family life, she perseveres in her dream.

Cast

Bonnie Bedelia

Shirley Muldowney

Beau Bridges

Connie Kalitta

Leo Rossi

Jack Muldowney

Hoyt Axton

Jack Roque

Bill McKinney

"Big Daddy" Don Garlits

Anthony Edwards

John Muldowney

Elliott Mason

Young Autograph Seeker

Creed Bratton

Photographer

Dick Miller

Mickey White

Paul Bartel

Chef Paul

Bruce Barlow

Bass Player, Tex's Band

Missy Basile

Angela

Themes & keywords

sportsbiographydrag racer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Heart Like a Wheel in United Kingdom?+

Heart Like a Wheel is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Heart Like a Wheel on Netflix?+

Heart Like a Wheel is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is Heart Like a Wheel?+

Heart Like a Wheel has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Who stars in Heart Like a Wheel?+

Heart Like a Wheel stars Bonnie Bedelia, Beau Bridges, Leo Rossi, Hoyt Axton and Bill McKinney.

When did Heart Like a Wheel come out?+

Heart Like a Wheel is a 1983 movie directed by Jonathan Kaplan.

What genre is Heart Like a Wheel?+

Heart Like a Wheel is Drama film.

Who directed Heart Like a Wheel?+

Heart Like a Wheel was directed by Jonathan Kaplan.