The Cannonball Run
"You'll root for them all...but you'll never guess who wins."
Originally released in 1981. The Cannonball Run is a action/comedy film. directed by Hal Needham.
Starring Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, and Farrah Fawcett-Majors
Synopsis
A 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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 19, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (676 votes)
Budget
$18M
Production budget
Box Office
$72.2M
4.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $18,000,000
- Revenue
- $72,179,579
Production Companies
- Orange Sky Golden Harvest
- ASR Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cannonball Run about?
A 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...
Who directed The Cannonball Run?
The Cannonball Run was directed by Hal Needham.
How long is The Cannonball Run?
The Cannonball Run has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Cannonball Run released?
The Cannonball Run was released on June 19, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Cannonball Run?
The main cast of The Cannonball Run includes Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett-Majors, Dom DeLuise, Dean Martin.
Is The Cannonball Run worth watching?
The Cannonball Run has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 676 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.