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Evel Knievel

"Live hard. Ride fast. Regret nothing."

July 30, 2004 1h 31m 4.9/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 2004. Evel Knievel is a drama/tv movie film. directed by John Badham.

Starring George Eads, Lance Henriksen, and Jaime Pressly

Synopsis

Legendary daredevil Robbie "Evel" Knievel (George Eads) is profiled in this action-packed biopic helmed by John Badham. Long before extreme sports became ubiquitous, the hard-living exhibitionist vaulted his motorcycle over steep canyons, crates of venomous snakes and snarling cougars. But as Knievel amassed wealth and world records (along with 35 broken bones), his taste for liquor and ladies equaled his appetite for adventure.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 2004 21 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 4.9/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Icon Productions
  • ApolloMedia
  • ApolloProScreen Filmproduktion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Evel Knievel about?

Legendary daredevil Robbie "Evel" Knievel (George Eads) is profiled in this action-packed biopic helmed by John Badham. Long before extreme sports became ubiquitous, the hard-living exhibitionist v...

Who directed Evel Knievel?

Evel Knievel was directed by John Badham.

How long is Evel Knievel?

Evel Knievel has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Evel Knievel released?

Evel Knievel was released on July 30, 2004 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Evel Knievel?

The main cast of Evel Knievel includes George Eads, Lance Henriksen, Jaime Pressly, Fred Thompson, Beau Bridges.