
Rush
dir. Ron Howard
77
8 sourcesSynopsis
In the 1970s, a rivalry propels race car drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt to fame and glory — until a horrible accident threatens to end it all.
Critics consensus
A sleek, slick, well-oiled machine, Rush is a finely crafted sports drama with exhilarating race sequences and strong performances from Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl.
What resonated with audiences
'Rush' is a thrilling film blending intense racing scenes with the personal rivalry of Formula One drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt. Daniel Brühl's performance as Lauda is highly praised, and the 1970s racing portrayal is realistic. The narrative is engaging, though some note historical inaccuracies. Racing sequences are intense, balancing action and character depth. A few wish for deeper character exploration. Overall, 'Rush' is entertaining and well-crafted, appealing to both racing fans and general audiences.

Directed byRon Howard
StarringChris Hemsworth, Daniel Brühl, Olivia Wilde, Alexandra Maria Lara, Pierfrancesco Favino, David Calder
Written byPeter Morgan
CinematographyAnthony Dod Mantle
EditingDaniel P. Hanley
MusicHans Zimmer
Rush
2013 · R · 2h 3m
Drama, Action
In the 1970s, a rivalry propels race car drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt to fame and glory — until a horrible accident threatens to end it all.
What resonated with audiences
'Rush' is a thrilling film blending intense racing scenes with the personal rivalry of Formula One drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt. Daniel Brühl's performance as Lauda is highly praised, and the 1970s racing portrayal is realistic. The narrative is engaging, though some note historical inaccuracies. Racing sequences are intense, balancing action and character depth. A few wish for deeper character exploration. Overall, 'Rush' is entertaining and well-crafted, appealing to both racing fans and general audiences.
Critics Consensus
A sleek, slick, well-oiled machine, Rush is a finely crafted sports drama with exhilarating race sequences and strong performances from Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl.
