
The Racer(2020)
“The race is won by the one who suffers the most”
Overview
Summer 1998 - the opening stages of Le Tour de France are relocated to Ireland. Belgian rider Dom Chabol (late 30s) has been one of the best “Domestiques” (support riders) on the Tour for the last 20 years. It’s a sacrificial role – setting pace, blocking wind, and providing support to enable the team’s sprinter to victory - winning is not an option. But Dom secretly harbours a desire to wear the yellow jersey - just once before his career is over. At the start of what will likely be his last Tour, Dom is unceremoniously dropped from the Team he has dedicated his life to. His best mate Sonny, the team masseur, fails to reassure him about his future. But a chance liaison with Lynn, a young Irish doctor, softens the blow, and Dom starts to accept - and even enjoy - the idea of civilian life. But as he gears up to go home and to face his estranged sister, a massive doping error knocks another teammate off the Tour and Dom is thrown back in the saddle…
Director
Kieron J. Walsh
Studio
Calach Films
Cast

Louis Talpe
as Dominique Chabol

Matteo Simoni
as Lupo ‘Tartare’ Marino

Tara Lee
as Dr. Lynn Brennan

Iain Glen
as ‘Sonny’ McElhone

Karel Roden
as Viking

Timo Wagner
as Stefano Drago

Ward Kerremans
as Lionel Dardonne

Molly McCann
as Orla

Paul Robert
as Eric Schultz

Charles Sobry
as Kiwi

Marco Lorenzini
as Dr. Foegol
John Heathwood
as Red Devil
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2020
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Production Companies
Calach Films • Caviar • Vertigo Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Racer?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Racer (2020).
What is The Racer about?▼
Summer 1998 - the opening stages of Le Tour de France are relocated to Ireland. Belgian rider Dom Chabol (late 30s) has been one of the best “Domestiques” (support riders) on the Tour for the last 20 years. It’s a sacrificial role – setting pace, blocking wind, and providing support to enable the team’s sprinter to victory - winning is not an option. But Dom secretly harbours a desire to wear the yellow jersey - just once before his career is over. At the start of what will likely be his last Tour, Dom is unceremoniously dropped from the Team he has dedicated his life to. His best mate Sonny, the team masseur, fails to reassure him about his future. But a chance liaison with Lynn, a young Irish doctor, softens the blow, and Dom starts to accept - and even enjoy - the idea of civilian life. But as he gears up to go home and to face his estranged sister, a massive doping error knocks another teammate off the Tour and Dom is thrown back in the saddle…
Who directed The Racer?▼
The Racer was directed by Kieron J. Walsh and released in 2020. It is a drama, comedy film.
How long is The Racer?▼
The Racer has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in The Racer?▼
The cast of The Racer includes Louis Talpe as Dominique Chabol, Matteo Simoni as Lupo ‘Tartare’ Marino, Tara Lee as Dr. Lynn Brennan, Iain Glen as ‘Sonny’ McElhone, Karel Roden as Viking and more.
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