Checkered Flag or Crash(1977)
You gotta be TOUGH to win...and CRAZY to try!
Checkered Flag or Crash Synopsis
Hard-charging race car driver "Walkaway" Madden, nicknamed so for his history of walking away from car crashes, just wants to win the big Manilla 1000 off-road race. Photojournalist C.C. Wainwright intends to ride with him in that race. But Walkaway just wants to get rid of her. Fast-talking promoter Bo Cochran wants the race completed by any means necessary.
Checkered Flag or Crash (1977) is a adventure, action and comedy film directed by Alan Gibson, released on May 21, 1977 with a runtime of 1h 39m. It stars Joe Don Baker, Susan Sarandon, Larry Hagman and Alan Vint. Viewers rate it 4.6 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Alan Gibson
- Writers:
- Michael Allin
- Producers:
- Fred Weintraub, Paul M. Heller
- Cinematographer:
- Alan Hume
- Composer:
- Norman Sachs
- Production:
- Universal Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Checkered Flag or Crash (1977) Trailer
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Checkered Flag or Crash Cast & Crew
Main cast
Joe Don Baker
as Walkaway Madden
Susan Sarandon
as C.C. Wainwright
Larry Hagman
as Bo Cochran
Alan Vint
as Doc Pyle
Parnelli Jones
as Self
- Logan Clarke
Logan Clarke
as Ringer
Daina House
as Rider in Black
- Michel Pitton
Michel Pitton
as Perrier
- Bert LeRoy Jr.
Bert LeRoy Jr.
as Fly
- Dick Adair
Dick Adair
as Adams
- Bill Cross
Bill Cross
as Angel
- Ben Leeman
Ben Leeman
as Pits
Key crew
Directed by Alan Gibson, written by Michael Allin, produced by Fred Weintraub and Paul M. Heller.
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Checkered Flag or Crash Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.6/10 from 7 ratings.
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Checkered Flag or Crash – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Checkered Flag or Crash online?
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Checkered Flag or Crash (1977) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Checkered Flag or Crash?
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The main cast of Checkered Flag or Crash (1977) includes Joe Don Baker, Susan Sarandon, Larry Hagman, Alan Vint and Parnelli Jones. The film was directed by Alan Gibson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Checkered Flag or Crash released?
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Checkered Flag or Crash was released on May 21, 1977 and runs for 1h 39m.
Is Checkered Flag or Crash worth watching?
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Checkered Flag or Crash (1977) holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, action and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Checkered Flag or Crash?
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