Movie

Checkered Flag or Crash

“You gotta be TOUGH to win...and CRAZY to try!”

★ 4.6(7)19771h 39m

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Good to know

Director: Alan Gibson
Release date: 1977-05-21
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Philippines
Studio: Universal Pictures

Checkered Flag or Crash — trailer

About Checkered Flag or Crash

Checkered Flag or Crash is a 1977 movie in the Adventure, Action and Comedy genres, directed by Alan Gibson, starring Joe Don Baker, Susan Sarandon and Larry Hagman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.6/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Checkered Flag or Crash in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Hard-charging race car driver "Walkaway" Madden, nicknamed so for his history of walking away from car crashes, just wants to win the big Manilla 1000 off-road race. Photojournalist C.C. Wainwright intends to ride with him in that race. But Walkaway just wants to get rid of her. Fast-talking promoter Bo Cochran wants the race completed by any means necessary.

Cast

Joe Don Baker

Walkaway Madden

Susan Sarandon

C.C. Wainwright

Larry Hagman

Bo Cochran

Alan Vint

Doc Pyle

Parnelli Jones

Self

Logan Clarke

Ringer

Daina House

Rider in Black

Michel Pitton

Perrier

Bert LeRoy Jr.

Fly

Dick Adair

Adams

Bill Cross

Angel

Ben Leeman

Pits

Themes & keywords

journalistcar racejungleoff roadprize money

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Checkered Flag or Crash in Mexico?+

Checkered Flag or Crash is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Checkered Flag or Crash on Netflix?+

Checkered Flag or Crash is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Checkered Flag or Crash?+

Checkered Flag or Crash has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in Checkered Flag or Crash?+

Checkered Flag or Crash stars Joe Don Baker, Susan Sarandon, Larry Hagman, Alan Vint and Parnelli Jones.

When did Checkered Flag or Crash come out?+

Checkered Flag or Crash is a 1977 movie directed by Alan Gibson.

What genre is Checkered Flag or Crash?+

Checkered Flag or Crash is Adventure, Action and Comedy film.

Who directed Checkered Flag or Crash?+

Checkered Flag or Crash was directed by Alan Gibson.