The Racer
Summer 1998 - the opening stages of Le Tour de France are relocated to Ireland. Belgian rider Dom Chabol (late 30s) has been one of the best “Domestiques” (support riders) on the Tour for the last 20 years. It’s a sacrificial role – setting pace, blocking wind, and providing support to enable the team’s sprinter to victory - winning is not an option. But Dom secretly harbours a desire to wear the yellow jersey - just once before his career is over. At the start of what will likely be his last Tour, Dom is unceremoniously dropped from the Team he has dedicated his life to. His best mate Sonny, the team masseur, fails to reassure him about his future. But a chance liaison with Lynn, a young Irish doctor, softens the blow, and Dom starts to accept - and even enjoy - the idea of civilian life. But as he gears up to go home and to face his estranged sister, a massive doping error knocks another teammate off the Tour and Dom is thrown back in the saddle…
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Where can I watch The Racer in the United States?
The Racer is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Racer on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Racer is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Tubi TV.
Can I watch The Racer for free?
The Racer streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Racer?
The Racer scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Racer?
The Racer stars Louis Talpe, Matteo Simoni, Tara Lee, Iain Glen, and Karel Roden. Kieron J. Walsh is the director.
How long is The Racer?
The Racer runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did The Racer come out?
The Racer was released on September 9, 2020.
Which studio made The Racer?
The Racer was produced by Calach Films, Caviar, and Vertigo Films in Belgium, Ireland, and Luxembourg.
What languages is The Racer in?
The Racer is in English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Spanish, and its original language is English.
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