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Accelerator (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2000, Accelerator is an action film directed by Vinny Murphy, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. In this action picture from Ireland, Johnny T (Stuart Sinclair Blyth) from Belfast makes his living stealing cars but wants to get out of the business while luck is still on his side. However, he's been having troubles with Whacker (Gavin Kelty), a thief from Dublin who wants to take his piece of the business -- and his girlfriend. To settle their differences, the two agree to take part in a Dublin to Belfast road race, with Johnny, Whacker, and several others stealing a fleet of cars for an off-the-books rally.

Who’s in it. Accelerator stars Stuart Sinclair Blyth as Johnny T, Gavin Kelty as Whacker, Aisling O'Neill as Louise and Sorcha Gleadhill as Boo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Accelerator 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 Accelerator page.

If you liked it. Fans of Accelerator tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Accelerator (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Accelerator change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Accelerator worth watching?
Accelerator holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Accelerator?
Accelerator stars Stuart Sinclair Blyth, Gavin Kelty, Aisling O'Neill, Sorcha Gleadhill and Gerard Jordan.
When was Accelerator released?
Accelerator was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.