Overview

Filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with world champion driver Jackie Stewart as he attempts to win the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, offering an extraordinarily rare glimpse into the life of a gifted athlete at the height of his powers.

Cast

Roman Polanski, Jackie Stewart, Helen Stewart, François Cévert, Ken Tyrrell, Graham Hill, Ringo Starr, Joan Collins

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What is "Weekend of a Champion" about?

Filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with world champion driver Jackie Stewart as he attempts to win the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, offering an extraordinarily rare glimpse into the life of a gifted athlete at the height of his powers.

When was "Weekend of a Champion" released?

Weekend of a Champion was released in 1972.

Who stars in "Weekend of a Champion"?

The cast includes Roman Polanski, Jackie Stewart, Helen Stewart, François Cévert.