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Hot Rod

Hot Rod

A freewheeling drag racer enters a local championship meet and finds himself head-to-head with the tyrannical town boss who has already arranged for his own son to win.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Hot Rod
  • Genres: Action, Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1979-05-25
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 4.7/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: ABC Circle Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3891
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Gregg Henry

Gregg Henry

as Brian Edison

Pernell Roberts

Pernell Roberts

as Sheriff Marsden

Robin Mattson

Robin Mattson

as Jenny

Grant Goodeve

Grant Goodeve

as Sonny Munn

Robert Culp

Robert Culp

as T.L. Munn

Royce D. Applegate

Royce D. Applegate

as Johnny Hurricane

Topo Swope

Topo Swope

as Sprout

Ed Begley Jr.

Ed Begley Jr.

as Clay

Bruce M. Fischer

Bruce M. Fischer

as Cannonball

Eric Holland

Eric Holland

as Barry Hogue

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Hot Rod - 1979 (TV, USA)

External Links

Keywords

car race

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hot Rod?

Hot Rod is a Action, Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1979-05-25.

Who are the main actors in Hot Rod?

The main cast includes Gregg Henry, Pernell Roberts, Robin Mattson, Grant Goodeve, Robert Culp, .

Where can I watch Hot Rod online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Hot Rod is available.

Is Hot Rod based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Hot Rod?

Hot Rod has an IMDb rating of 4.7/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Hot Rod?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Hot Rod?

The soundtrack was composed by ABC Circle Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Hot Rod filmed?

Hot Rod was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Hot Rod?

The total runtime of Hot Rod is 97 minutes.

Is Hot Rod suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Hot Rod?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Hot Rod.

Does Hot Rod have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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