Race (2016)
An earnest athlete's quest for Olympic glory challenges a hateful ideology on the world stage.
Based on the story of Jesse Owens, the athlete whose quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler's vision of Aryan supremacy.
How intense is Race?
Race has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a family watch. Rated PG-13.
What Race feels like
- Tone
- grittyearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionFamily night
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Race
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Race for you?
Is Race scary?
No. Race is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Race gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Race sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Race OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Race?
Race runs 2h 14m.
Where can I stream Race?
Race is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Race have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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