Skid Kids (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1953, Skid Kids is a crime and family film directed by Don Chaffey, running about 49 minutes.
What it’s about. Story about a group of young cyclist track riders and their effort to retain their track against long odds.
Who’s in it. Skid Kids stars Lance Campbel as Spike, Barry Phelps as Sam, A.E. Matthews as The man in the taxi and Kurt Wagener as Antonio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Skid Kids has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Skid Kids page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skid Kids tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skid Kids (1953)?
- In GB, Skid Kids is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Skid Kids worth watching?
- Skid Kids holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Skid Kids?
- Skid Kids stars Lance Campbel, Barry Phelps, A.E. Matthews, Kurt Wagener and Barry MacGregor.
- When was Skid Kids released?
- Skid Kids was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.