Two gritty gearheads battle corporate suits and the laws of physics to conquer Le Mans in an epic, high-octane race.
Earnest. A date-night pick at a brisk pace. Emotionally it is heavy. Based on true events.
Not on a US subscription service as of Oct 25, 2026.
Nothing past what a PG-13 promises: no sex or nudity and some strong language.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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American car designer Carroll Shelby and the British-born driver Ken Miles work together to battle corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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