13 Best Racing Movies and Shows on Netflix (March 2024)

Many of us enjoy racing movies that have high-speed cars or motorbikes, and the movie deals in action, heists, or just plain racing. The high-octane stuff we see in such movies provides us with the adrenaline rush many of us crave. And with the arrival of Netflix and other streaming websites, it has become easier than ever before to access such movies. Cinephiles like us now have innumerable options to choose from. But sometimes, when you want to watch a certain genre or movie, you might not be sure where to look for it. To make things easier, we have compiled some of the best racing movies and shows on Netflix that are available to stream right now.

13. Wheelman (2017)

Jeremy Rush’s ‘Wheelman’ is an action thriller film that stars Frank Grillo, Garret Dillahunt, Caitlin Carmichael, and Wendy Moniz. Using the BMW 3 Series as his vehicle, a getaway robber intending to loot a bank heads to the location unbeknownst to the shocking betrayal that he is going to face. During the heist, he is double-crossed by someone and has to flee. Since the lives of his loved ones are on the line, the robber decides to find out who betrayed him before it’s too late. You can watch the film here.

12. Paul Hollywood’s Big Continental Road Trip (2017- )

This three-part docuseries is written and directed by Ewan Keil and follows television personality/celebrity chef/car enthusiast Paul Hollywood (“The Great British Bake Off” judge) as he travels through Italy, France, and Germany in supercars, meeting people and exploring the car culture of these European countries. Each hour-long episode is dedicated to one country and its connection with four-wheel wonders. You can stream ‘Paul Hollywood’s Big Continental Road Trip’ here.

11. Fastest Car (2018–2019)

Created by Scott Weintrob, this is Netflix’s first global automotive series and pins exotic supercars against tweaked sleeper cars (great performance but unattractive exterior). The fun here is that the sleeper cars have been modified by gearheads who are all about cars. In each episode, three such sleeper cars lock horns with one of the best cars in the world. If you are a car lover, you will love this series. ‘Fastest Car’ can be streamed here.

10. Initial D (2005)

Andrew Lau directed this 2005 Hong Kong flick based on the manga series of the same name. Jay Chou plays the role of a young student, Takumi, who works part-time at a gas station and delivers tofu for his father’s business. Takumi has some friends who take part in underground street races, and unknowingly, he gets wrapped in this world where he proves himself to be a great driver, much better than people who have been driving for a long time. Takumi is also in love with a girl he saw at school, Itsuki, but later finds out something about her that makes their relationship quite problematic. In a major race involving all the underground racing groups, Takumi gets the chance to prove his worth and earn some respect from his fellow racers. You may watch it here.

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9. Seoul Vibe (2022)

Directed by Moon Hyun-sung, ‘Seoul Vibe’ is a gripping action comedy movie starring Yoo Ah-in, Park Ju-hyun, Ong Seong-wu, and Song Min Ho, aka Mino. Set during the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics, the movie centers on the Sanggye-dong Supreme Team drivers who get involved in an operation aimed at uncovering an illegal slush fund op belonging to the former government. This takes the shape of a chaotic city-wide car chase propelled by a race and illicit deliveries. Feel free to check out the movie here.

8. Pegasus (2019)

Featuring stand-out performances by talented actors like Shen Teng and Huang Jingyu, ‘Pegasus’ is a Chinese comedy film written and directed by Han Han. The story revolves around Zhang Chi, a six-time racing champion who is at the peak of his career when everything falls apart. The once dominating performer sadly is suspended for five years after the controversy, and it appears that he will never return to the racing track. However, despite the hardships on his way, Zhang shows immense courage as a father of a six-year-old boy, dreaming of racing again and returning to the track. Sadly, he now has a new generation of racers waiting for him who are going to challenge him every step of the way. You can watch ‘Pegasus’ here.

7. Asphalt Burning (2020)

Hallvard Braein’s ‘Asphalt Burning’ is an action drama movie that stars Anders Baasmo Christiansen, Sven Nordin, Ruby O. Fee, and Alexandra Maria Lara. The film centers upon Roy, a notorious racer who is about to marry the love of his life when things suddenly fall apart. His fiancée, Sylvia, who learns that he has kissed a woman while drunk, decides to call off the wedding, putting Roy in a spot. Now, the only way he can win her back is by participating in a race and emerging victorious. You may watch the movie here.

6. Schumacher (2021)

This documentary is based on the life of seven-time Formula-1 racing champion Michael Schumacher. Showing the hard work and brilliance that made him achieve something no other racer before him had been able to, ‘Schumacher’ is a testimony of a man’s greatness underscored by love, and friendship. Through interviews with family members, his peers, and other people from the world of Formula One, we get to know not only one of the best sportsmen to have ever lived but also a great husband, father, and friend. You can watch the film here.

5. Tour de France: Unchained (2023)

This is a documentary series that covers the 2022 Tour de France (the 109th edition), i.e., the annual men’s bicycle race that takes place in France every year. The viewers are provided with a behind-the-scenes angle of the world-famous event via eight episodes that throw light on the riders, their teams, and the culture. If you want to know about this culture and the hustle that is involved, this show is perfect for you. You may watch the series here.

4. A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story (2020)

This documentary explores the life of one of the greatest Formula One racers ever, Juan Manuel Fangio, who hailed from Argentina. Directed by Francisco Macri, the documentary shows interviews of Formula One legends like Fernando Alonso, Mika Häkkinen, and Jackie Stewart, who talk about Fangio. It explores his racing career in a just manner. Fangio ruled the first decade of Formula One and is a five-time winner of the World Drivers’ Championship. What makes him even more special is that during his time, racing had far less protective and safety gear, if at all. So every time racers raced, they were putting their lives on the line, and it was Fangio who emerged victorious almost every time. You can stream ‘A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story’ here.

3. Rush (2013)

Based on the famous racing rivalry known as the Hunt–Lauda rivalry, ‘Rush’ is a biographical sports film directed by Ron Howard. The Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl-starrer centers upon James Hunt and Niki Lauda, two popular Formula One drivers who are at the peak of their careers when their rivalry leads to some of the most competitive moments on the racing track. While they try to outperform one another, the duo brings out the best in each other and eventually establishes themselves as two of the best racers of all time. You can stream the film here.

2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive (2019 – 2023)

This documentary series is for die-hard Formula One fans as well as those who want to know more about the sport. A Netflix-Formula One collaboration, this show, like ‘Tour de France: Unchained,’ gives an in-depth behind-the-scenes exploration of the Formula One World Championship. You feel the heat, the competition, the thrill, the love, and the fear of death itself that’s involved. With interviews of the drivers, their teams, and their families, the series gives us the personal version that the sport entails. You can check out the docuseries here.

1. Top Gear (2002 – 2023)

If you are a lover of speed, cars, and everything automotive, ‘Top Gear’ is a show that is custom-made for you. Created by Jeremy Clarkson and Andy Wilman, it primarily features reviews and analyses of cars from every possible angle, both inside and outside, including races on customized race tracks and other challenges. Over the years, it has garnered a cult following by car lovers across the globe and has won numerous awards and nominations, including an International Emmy. You can watch the show right here.

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