1:42.08 (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1966, 1:42.08 is a documentary film directed by George Lucas, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. George Lucas's senior project at the University of Southern California in 1966. It was named for the lap time of the Lotus 23 race car that was the subject of the film. It is a nonstory visual tone poem depicting the imagery of a car going at full speed, and featuring the car's engine as the primary sound element. Shot on 16mm color film with a 14 man student crew, it was filmed at Willow Springs Raceway, north of Los Angeles, CA. The Lotus 23 was driven by Pete Brock.

Who’s in it. 1:42.08 stars Peter Brock as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, 1:42.08 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 1:42.08 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 1:42.08 tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 1:42.08 (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1:42.08 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 1:42.08 worth watching?
1:42.08 holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 1:42.08?
1:42.08 stars Peter Brock.
When was 1:42.08 released?
1:42.08 was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.