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Speed Racer

1967·Show
52Episodes in1Season·TV-G
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic–8.3Rotten Tomatoes88%81%
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IMDb7.2Metacritic–8.3Rotten Tomatoes88%81%
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Relentless energy, big heart.

Energy

Breakneck and epic

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace9
  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Sports, family, and the future

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout visual style, editing, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Speed ​​Racer is a teenage driver who races around the world in his super-technological car, the Mach 5, created by his father, a former racer. The car has several special features that help Speed ​​tackle difficult terrain and get rid of dishonest opponents—which happens frequently. He experiences these adventures alongside his girlfriend Trixie, his younger brother Spridle, and his pet monkey, Chim-Chim. Together, they face thrilling challenges and show that courage and fair play make all the difference.
Classic AnimeHigh-Speed RacingFuturistic AdventureFamily BondIconic Mach 5Technological GadgetsAction-PackedWholesome EntertainmentVillainous Antics

Crew

Directed by:
Hiroshi Sasagawa, Ippei Kuri
Written by:
Jinzo Toriumi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Speed Racer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Speed Racer legally?

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Speed Racer is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, and Shout! Factory TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Speed Racer worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Speed Racer rated?

TV-GViolence

It's rated TV-G in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Speed Racer have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 52 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Speed Racer?

Critics88
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate Speed Racer higher (88) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Speed Racer air?

It ran from 1967 to 1968 and has ended.

What language is Speed Racer in?

JapaneseEnglish

It was made in Japanese, with some English. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Speed Racer?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Speed Racer in 129 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Speed Racer use?

Steven Ulysses PerheroSoap Opera DiseaseNever Say "Die"Darkest AfricaHong Kong DubLandmarking the Hidden BaseInvincible HeroBittersweet EndingSerious BusinessChekhov's ArsenalHollywood MirageClear Their Nameand 93 more

TV Tropes lists 105 storytelling tropes for Speed Racer, including Steven Ulysses Perhero, Soap Opera Disease, Never Say "Die".