Speed (1984)

6.1/10 25 min Documentary

Overview

A documentary on the history on mankind's attempts to reach high speeds. Starting with the invention of the bicycle, going on to sports cars, cars with jet engines, rocket-powered cars, attempts to break the sound barrier, and rocket-engine airplanes. Each achievement is documented by title card indicating the speed reached in miles per hour.

Cast

Omri Katz

Scottish Laddie

Leif Green

Danny

Frank Dent

Policeman

Brad McCabe

Himself (stunt driver)

Peter Renaday

Doctor

James Burke

Narrator (voice)

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