Hot Rod (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1979, Hot Rod is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by George Armitage, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A freewheeling drag racer enters a local championship meet and finds himself head-to-head with the tyrannical town boss who has already arranged for his own son to win.
Who’s in it. Hot Rod stars Gregg Henry as Brian Edison, Pernell Roberts as Sheriff Marsden, Robin Mattson as Jenny and Robert Culp as T.L. Munn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hot Rod 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 Hot Rod page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Rod 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 Hot Rod (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hot Rod change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hot Rod worth watching?
- Hot Rod holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hot Rod?
- Hot Rod stars Gregg Henry, Pernell Roberts, Robin Mattson, Robert Culp and Royce D. Applegate.
- When was Hot Rod released?
- Hot Rod was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.