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The World's Fastest Indian

Play trailer Poster for The World's Fastest Indian PG-13 Released Dec 7, 2005 2h 7m Biography Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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New Zealander Burt Munro spent years perfecting his classic Indian motorcycle. The year is 1967, and Burt takes his machine to Utah's salt flats, where he attempts the impossible, using his dream bike to set a new world's record for speed. Based on a true story, the record Munro set more than three decades ago still has not been broken to this day.
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Overcomes its formulaic storyline thanks to Anthony Hopkins' warm and endearing portrayal of an age-defying thrill seeker.

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Joshua Katzman Chicago Reader This compelling fact-based story is [Donaldson's] best effort in years. Aug 6, 2008 Full Review Steve Rose Guardian It creaks and splutters all the way, but Hopkins' charm keeps it chugging along steadily. Rated: 3/5 Jan 27, 2007 Full Review Derek Adams Time Out It takes a while to adjust to this amiable film's languorous tempo but you might find it's worth the wait. Jun 24, 2006 Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Fun, straightforward, and enjoyable. Rated: 7/10 Nov 21, 2020 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com It features the finest, and most unique, performance by Anthony Hopkins in years and will leave you smiling long after you leave the theatre. Rated: 3.0/4.0 Sep 27, 2020 Full Review Yasser Medina Cinefilia I had a time without watching an Anthony Hopkins movie as pleasant as 'The World's Fastest Indian ', by Australian director Roger Donaldson. His performance is the heart of the film. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 7/10 Aug 4, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Mirage M Great acting, loves the story, was able to really get behind the characters Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/28/24 Full Review Kathryn V A great true story. Heartwarming and interesting. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/21/24 Full Review Michael V. P This is one of those timeless, historical biographical dramas. It's a feel-good movie that delivers. I highly recommend this film if you have not seen it and need to smile or cry with happy tears. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/10/24 Full Review Josh D Still one of my favourite Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/09/23 Full Review David H I thoroughly enjoyed the film. Its inspiring and heartwarming. Anthony Hopkins delivers a stellar performance. A must see for petrol heads. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/01/23 Full Review Marie Boring, silly plot and Anthony Hopkins attempt at Aussie or NZ accent sounded ridiculous. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 09/16/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis New Zealander Burt Munro spent years perfecting his classic Indian motorcycle. The year is 1967, and Burt takes his machine to Utah's salt flats, where he attempts the impossible, using his dream bike to set a new world's record for speed. Based on a true story, the record Munro set more than three decades ago still has not been broken to this day.
Director
Roger Donaldson
Producer
Roger Donaldson, Gary Hannam
Screenwriter
Roger Donaldson
Distributor
Magnolia Pictures
Production Co
3 Dogs and a Pony
Rating
PG-13 (Drug Use|Brief Language|Sexual Reference)
Genre
Biography, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 7, 2005, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 17, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$5.1M
Runtime
2h 7m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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