Crash and Burn(2016)
The story of Irishman Tommy Byrne, the greatest racing driver you never saw
Crash and Burn Synopsis
Crash and Burn chronicles the thrilling and turbulent career of Irish racing driver Tommy Byrne, who rose from a rough, working-class background to the cusp of Formula 1 in the 1980s. Directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, the film explores Byrne's undeniable talent and rebellious personality, which set him apart on the track but also clashed with the conservative and elite world of Formula 1. Byrne’s story is filled with highs and lows, from his dominance in lower racing categories to his brief, rocky stint in Formula 1 and subsequent struggles. The documentary combines interviews, archival footage, and personal insights to portray the complexities of Byrne’s character and his “what could have been” legacy in motorsport.
Crash and Burn (2016) is a documentary film directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, released on December 30, 2016 with a runtime of 1h 26m. It stars Tommy Byrne, Eddie Jordan, Martin Brundle and Mark Hughes. Viewers rate it 8.1 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Seán Ó Cualáin
- Writers:
- David Burke
- Producers:
- David Burke
- Cinematographer:
- Ray MacDonnacha
- Production:
- dot television
- Budget:
- $250
- Status:
- Released
Crash and Burn Cast & Crew
Main cast
Tommy Byrne
as Self
Eddie Jordan
as Self
Martin Brundle
as Self
Mark Hughes
as Self
Calvin Fish
as Self
David Kennedy
as Self
Gary Anderson
as Self
John Watson
as Self
Mike Hull
as Self
Ayrton Senna
as Self (archive footage)
Ralph Firman
as Self (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, written by David Burke, produced by David Burke.
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Crash and Burn Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.1/10 from 9 ratings.
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Crash and Burn – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Crash and Burn online?
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Crash and Burn (2016) is available to stream on History Vault, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Crash and Burn?
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The main cast of Crash and Burn (2016) includes Tommy Byrne, Eddie Jordan, Martin Brundle, Mark Hughes and Calvin Fish. The film was directed by Seán Ó Cualáin. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Crash and Burn released?
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Crash and Burn was released on December 30, 2016 and runs for 1h 26m.
Is Crash and Burn worth watching?
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Crash and Burn (2016) holds an average rating of 8.1 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.