Richard Petty

Richard Petty

Movies for Richard Petty...

Fistful of Steel: The Rise of Bubba Wallace
Title: Fistful of Steel: The Rise of Bubba Wallace
Character: Himself
Released: December 14, 2021
Type: Movie
A portrait of Bubba Wallace, the only Black driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, who has been a leading voice for racial justice. In this ESPN documentary, Wallace shares stories of the events that shaped his life.
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Blink of an Eye
Title: Blink of an Eye
Character: Himself
Released: September 6, 2019
Type: Movie
Based on his book, Michael Waltrip recounts the 2001 Daytona 500 and the lighting-fast transition from elation to mourning - as he took the checkered flag to win while Dale Earnhardt, his friend and team owner, crashed in Turn 4 behind him. Earnhardt's death and the events of the race had a profound effect on Waltrip, shown in this documentary.
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The Wood Brothers
Title: The Wood Brothers
Character: Himself
Released: August 30, 2019
Type: Movie
The story of brothers Glen and Leonard Wood, who formed The Wood Brothers - the oldest active team in NASCAR.
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Cars 3
Title: Cars 3
Character: Strip "The King" Weathers (voice)
Released: June 15, 2017
Type: Movie
Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician with her own plan to win, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn't through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!
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Title: Jay Leno's Garage
Character: Self
Released: October 7, 2015
Type: TV
Comedian and former Tonight Show host Jay Leno shares his passion for motor vehicles. Jay and guests drive cars, motorbikes and anything that moves all while meeting new people and exploring the rich motoring history of America and beyond.
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Petty Blue
Title: Petty Blue
Character: Self
Released: October 8, 2010
Type: Movie
A biography of NASCAR racing legend Richard Petty, with featuring interviews with Petty and his fellow race-car drivers and footage from his past races.
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Swing Vote
Title: Swing Vote
Character: Richard Petty
Released: August 1, 2008
Type: Movie
In a remarkable turn of events, the result of the presidential election comes down to one man's vote.
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The Inspiration for 'Cars'
Title: The Inspiration for 'Cars'
Released: November 7, 2006
Type: Movie
Short featurette about the inspiration behind Pixar's "Cars".
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Cars
Title: Cars
Character: The King (voice)
Released: June 8, 2006
Type: Movie
Lightning McQueen, a hotshot rookie race car driven to succeed, discovers that life is about the journey, not the finish line, when he finds himself unexpectedly detoured in the sleepy Route 66 town of Radiator Springs. On route across the country to the big Piston Cup Championship in California to compete against two seasoned pros, McQueen gets to know the town's offbeat characters.
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NASCAR: The IMAX Experience
Title: NASCAR: The IMAX Experience
Character: Self
Released: March 12, 2004
Type: Movie
A big-screen look into one of America's most successful entertainment industries, NASCAR racing.
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Title: Beyond the Glory
Released: January 7, 2001
Type: TV
Beyond the Glory was a documentary series that profiles some of the most legendary and controversial athletes in recent history. Executive produced by Steve Michaels and Frank Sinton and narrated by Jay Mohr, the show used archived video, on-camera interviews and player histories to take viewers beyond the playing field and into the athletes' lives and minds. The series was produced by Asylum Entertainment.
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Stockcar!
Title: Stockcar!
Character: Himself
Released: November 1, 1977
Type: Movie
A look at NASCAR Grand National stock car racing circa 1976-7. The stars include Richard Petty, David Pearson, Cale Yarborough, Bobby Allison, and Buddy Baker, and includes upstart female racer Janet Guthrie. The sport in the mid-1970s was undergoing a surge of national popularity after Petty and Pearson crashed fighting for the win within sight of the checkered flag of the 1976 Daytona 500, telecast live on ABC Sports, and the surging interest triggered renewed media interest in the sport.
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43: The Richard Petty Story
Title: 43: The Richard Petty Story
Character: Richard Petty
Released: November 1, 1972
Type: Movie
The story of how Petty Enterprises started and how Richard Petty became "The King" as told from his father Lee's point of view.
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Country Music
Title: Country Music
Character: Himself
Released: September 1, 1972
Type: Movie
Documentary produced by Marty Robbins.
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Speedway
Title: Speedway
Character: Himself
Released: June 7, 1968
Type: Movie
A race car driver tries to outrun the beautiful tax auditor out to settle his account.