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Downhill Racer

1969Movie1 h 41 minPG

74
GoodGoodWatch score
74
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

An ambitious young skier, determined to break all existing records, is contemptuous of the teamwork advocated by the US coach when they go to Europe for the Olympics.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Directed by
Michael Ritchie
Written by
James Salter
Produced by
Richard Gregson

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Facts

November 6, 1969 · 1 h 41 min · PG

Released
November 6, 1969
Runtime
1 h 41 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
German, French
Made in
United States
Budget
$17 million
Available in
67 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

Tropes

P.O.V. Cam, Armor-Piercing Response, The Rival +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Downhill Racer?"

Questions about Downhill Racer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Downhill Racer?

In the United States, Downhill Racer streams on fuboTV, MGM+, Philo, and TCM, and it is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Downhill Racer worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 89). Critics rate it higher (85 out of 100) than audiences (64).

Is Downhill Racer okay for kids?

PG

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

What tropes does Downhill Racer use?

P.O.V. CamArmor-Piercing ResponseThe RivalSudden Soundtrack Stop"Well Done, Son" GuyJerkassThe CameoBookendsMathematician's AnswerAuto EroticaBig GameScenery Pornand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including P.O.V. Cam, Armor-Piercing Response, and The Rival.