The Cannonball Run poster

The Cannonball Run

PG

You'll root for them all...but you'll never guess who wins.

1981·95 min·Released
Studio: ASR Productions, Orange Sky Golden Harvest
6.2TMDb
Theatrical Jun 19, 1981
Nexus ms4620TMDb 11286IMDb tt0082136
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USA · English · Kids

Overview

A cross-country road race is based on an actual event, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, organized by Brock Yates to protest the 55 mph speed limit then in effect in the U.S. The Cannonball was named for Erwin G. "Cannonball" Baker, who in the roaring 20's rode his motorcycle across the country. Many of the characters are based on ruses developed by real Cannonball racers over the several years that the event was run.

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cross country race

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Budget
$18M
Revenue
$72M
TMDb Votes
693
Added May 14, 2026Updated Jun 3, 2026