Hitting the Apex(2015)
Hitting the Apex Synopsis
The inside story of six fighters – six of the fastest motorcycle racers of all time – and of the fates that awaited them at the peak of the sport. It's the story of what is at stake for all of them: all that can be won, and all that can be lost, when you go chasing glory at over two hundred miles an hour – on a motorcycle. But this documentary is also an opportunity to understand the passionate relationship that links the pilots, the technical teams and the legions of fans to the spirit of GP Moto.
Hitting the Apex (2015) is a documentary film directed by Mark Neale, released on September 2, 2015 with a runtime of 2h 18m. It stars Brad Pitt, Valentino Rossi, Dani Pedrosa and Casey Stoner. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 146 ratings.
- Director:
- Mark Neale
- Writers:
- Mark Neale
- Producers:
- Brad Pitt, Mark Neale
- Cinematographer:
- Grant Gee
- Production:
- First Movie Companie
- Budget:
- $1,000,000
- Status:
- Released
Hitting the Apex (2015) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Hitting the Apex before you stream it.
Hitting the Apex Cast & Crew
Main cast
Brad Pitt
as Narrator (voice)
Valentino Rossi
as Himself
Dani Pedrosa
as Himself
Casey Stoner
as Himself
Jorge Lorenzo
as Himself
Marco Simoncelli
as Himself
Marc Márquez
as Himself
Key crew
Directed by Mark Neale, written by Mark Neale, produced by Brad Pitt and Mark Neale.
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Hitting the Apex Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 146 ratings.
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Hitting the Apex – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hitting the Apex online?
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Hitting the Apex (2015) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Hitting the Apex?
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The main cast of Hitting the Apex (2015) includes Brad Pitt, Valentino Rossi, Dani Pedrosa, Casey Stoner and Jorge Lorenzo. The film was directed by Mark Neale. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hitting the Apex released?
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Hitting the Apex was released on September 2, 2015 and runs for 2h 18m.
Is Hitting the Apex worth watching?
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Hitting the Apex (2015) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 146 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Hitting the Apex?
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