Speed King

1979•1h 33m

DramaTV Movie

Biopic of Malcolm Campbell, detailing his tumultuous life and extreme drive as he attempts to break the world speed records on land and water.

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Production

BBC

Language

Status

Released

Release Date

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Cast

Robert Hardy

Dorothy Campbell

Jennifer Hilary

Dorothy Campbell

Jack Galloway

Leo Villa

Neil Nisbet

Donald Campbell

Desmond Llewelyn

Major Bill Whittall

Sheila Ruskin

Lilly

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