The Pace That Thrills (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1952, The Pace That Thrills is an action film directed by Leon Barsha, running about 63 minutes. “It's murder on wheels!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chills and spills in the fast-paced world of motorcycle racing.
Who’s in it. The Pace That Thrills stars Bill Williams as Richard L. 'Dusty' Weston, Carla Balenda as Eve Drake, Robert Armstrong as J.C. Barton and Frank McHugh as Rocket Anderson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Pace That Thrills has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pace That Thrills page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pace That Thrills 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 The Pace That Thrills (1952)?
- In US, The Pace That Thrills is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Pace That Thrills worth watching?
- The Pace That Thrills holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pace That Thrills?
- The Pace That Thrills stars Bill Williams, Carla Balenda, Robert Armstrong, Frank McHugh and Michael St. Angel.
- When was The Pace That Thrills released?
- The Pace That Thrills was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.