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The Racing Scene (1969)

Directed by Andy Sidaris

Documentary | Sports

Overview

The story of James Garner’s year with his racing team, from the time he bought the car, and assembled his team through Mexico, England, Florida and Canada.

Rated G | Length 90 minutes

Actors

James Garner | Mario Andretti | Bob Bondurant | Mark Donahue | Parnelli Jones | Dick Smothers | David Hobbs | Lothar Motschenbacher | Roger Penske

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
06/26/2025TVStreamingTV7.5 stars
 

Viewing Notes

James Garner developed a passion for racing after filming GRAND PRIX and this is a pretty interesting behind-the-scenes look at him and his crew. Some good race footage, including a harrowing crash at the end.

Comments

avatarsleestakk
10 hours ago

wow Andy Sidaris directed this? I’m gonna have to check it out. And revisit Grand Prix.