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Evel Knievel

"For Fame, Fortune and Broken Bones!"

September 10, 1971 1h 28m 4.8/10 (19 votes)

Originally released in 1971. Evel Knievel is a action/drama film. directed by Marvin J. Chomsky. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring George Hamilton, Sue Lyon, and Bert Freed

Synopsis

Biography of the famed motorcycle daredevil, much of which was filmed in his home town of Butte, Montana. The film depicts Knievel reflecting on major events in his life just before a big jump.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 10, 1971 54 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
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User Rating 4.8/10 Mixed (19 votes)
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Budget $450K Production budget
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Box Office $8M 17.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$450,000
Revenue
$8,000,000

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Evel Knievel about?

Biography of the famed motorcycle daredevil, much of which was filmed in his home town of Butte, Montana. The film depicts Knievel reflecting on major events in his life just before a big jump.

Who directed Evel Knievel?

Evel Knievel was directed by Marvin J. Chomsky.

How long is Evel Knievel?

Evel Knievel has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Evel Knievel released?

Evel Knievel was released on September 10, 1971 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Evel Knievel?

The main cast of Evel Knievel includes George Hamilton, Sue Lyon, Bert Freed, Rod Cameron, Dub Taylor.