Jeremy Clarkson's Speed (2001): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2001, Jeremy Clarkson's Speed is a comedy and documentary film directed by John Maguire, running about 60 minutes. “The best moments from the TV series in which Jeremy Clarkson meets people who are addicted to speed.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The central premise of Speed is an intriguing one, that human beings are the only species capable of exceeding the speed limit that nature intended. Clarkson sets out to explore both what compels us to pursue these limits--often at considerable risk to our own safety--and what effect the quest has on us. The result was an immensely engaging series, a few highlights of which are collected on this video. The best moments are those that find Clarkson sticking to the brief: interviewing the aristo-twit tobogganers of the Cresta Run; trying to understand why he, an experienced driver, will never be as fast as Michael Schumacher or Colin McRae; a musing on the qualities needed to be a fighter pilot; an examination of the extraordinary sport of speed-skiing, in which cat-suited kamikazes hit speeds of up to 150 miles an hour.

Who’s in it. Jeremy Clarkson's Speed stars Jeremy Clarkson as himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Jeremy Clarkson's Speed 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 Jeremy Clarkson's Speed page.

If you liked it. Fans of Jeremy Clarkson's Speed tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.