6.2The Cannonball Run · 1981
The Cannonball Run (1981) is a Action / Comedy / Family film directed by Hal Needham, starring Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett.
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6.2Overview
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.
Cast
Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett, Dom DeLuise, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jack Elam, Adrienne Barbeau
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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 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.
When was "The Cannonball Run" released?
The Cannonball Run was released in 1981.
Who stars in "The Cannonball Run"?
The cast includes Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett, Dom DeLuise.
