The Speed Merchants
"1972 Sports Car racing. From 24hrs of Le Mans to 24hrs at Daytona. Told by drivers Mario Andretti and Vic Elford."
Originally released in 1972. The Speed Merchants is a documentary film. directed by Michael Keyser.
Starring Mario Andretti, Vic Elford, and Jacky Ickx
Synopsis
The Speed Merchants is the story of the 1972 manufacturer's Championship Series as told by drivers Mario Andretti (Ferrari 312P) and Vic Elford (Alfa Romeo T33TT/3). The film takes you behind the scenes at Daytona, Sebring, the Targa Florio, the Nurburgring, Le Mans and Watkins Glen, focusing on Mario and Vic, as well as Jacky Ickx, Helmut Marko, and Brian Redman. You visit with the drivers at their homes in France, Belgium, Austria and England where they relax with their families between races. Woven into the film is rare footage of both the Ferrari and Alfa Romeo factories where the cars are prepared before each race.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Speed Merchants about?
The Speed Merchants is the story of the 1972 manufacturer's Championship Series as told by drivers Mario Andretti (Ferrari 312P) and Vic Elford (Alfa Romeo T33TT/3). The film takes you behind the s...
Who directed The Speed Merchants?
The Speed Merchants was directed by Michael Keyser.
How long is The Speed Merchants?
The Speed Merchants has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Speed Merchants released?
The Speed Merchants was released on January 1, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Speed Merchants?
The main cast of The Speed Merchants includes Mario Andretti, Vic Elford, Jacky Ickx.