Once again, we're experiencing an unusual situation due to Covid-19, which prevents us from leaving our homes at night and leaves us with more free time. For these moments and any other situation, we've compiled 15 of the best films, series, and documentaries that explore the world of motorsports from different perspectives , with a special recommendation from Help Flash .
MOVIES
Rush (2013)
It tells the story of the rivalry between two great Formula 1 drivers, Briton James Hunt and Austrian Niki Lauda , particularly in 1976, the year in which Lauda suffered a very serious accident that nearly cost him his life. (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7tzg2n Available on: Movistar +, Netflix (Subscription), Apple TV, Rakuten TV and Microsoft (Rent and purchase).
Le Mans '66 (2019)
It centers on an eccentric and determined American team of engineers and designers, led by automotive visionary Carroll Shelby and his British driver Ken Miles . Henry Ford II and Lee Lacocca give them the mission of building a new car from scratch in order to overthrow Ferrari's dominance in the 1966 Le Mans World Championship . (Source Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7tzjmh Available on: Movistar + (Subscription), Apple TV, Rakuten TV and Microsoft (Rental and purchase).
The 24 Hours of Le Mans (1971)
Steve McQueen 's classic, in which he plays an American driver who returns to France to compete in the legendary Le Mans race after a year away due to an injury. There, he falls in love with the widow of another driver who died in the same accident. (Source: Filmaffinity).
Help Flash's recommendation… A Cold Morning (2019)
In 1986, a car accident in Reinosa changes Rosi's life forever. Her refusal to accept her brother's death leads this Madrid native to search for him throughout northern Spain for years. Thirty-three years later, Rosi returns to the scene of the accident accompanied by her daughter; this time she's not looking for him, but rather a reunion between past and present. (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer : https://dai.ly/x7tzjv6 Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription).
SERIES
Le Mans: An exciting race (2017)
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is a unique race. It takes place in France every year and is a test of endurance for cars and drivers that literally lasts 24 hours. Filmed from Kuala Lumpur to the French Riviera and with access to six of the teams vying for glory, 'Le Mans: An Exciting Race' shows you motorsport like you've never seen it before.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/uNEx5WnmiHA Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription).
Formula 1: The Thrill of a Grand Prix (2019)
Documentary series about the world of Formula 1 from the producers of "Senna" and "Amy." It will focus on the personal lives of the drivers, their families, friends, and the world behind the scenes. (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7swrjm Available on: Netflix (Subscription)
The Grand Tour (2016)
The three former hosts of the popular BBC motoring show "Top Gear" —Jeremy Clarkson, James May, and Richard Hammond —are returning with a similar show, now for Amazon. The three presenters, along with producer Andy Wilman, have signed a deal with Amazon Prime for 36 shows over three years. (Source: Filmaffinity)
Trailer: https://youtu.be/oK0lkrtYvVs Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription)
Grand Prix Driver (2018)
Grand Prix Driver reviews McLaren-Honda's difficult start to the season, where they once again took a while to reach a performance competitive enough to challenge the midfield teams. It wasn't until halfway through the season that the British team began to make more frequent top-ten finishes, although the team's turning point came with the announcement of its split with Honda and the agreement with Renault to manufacture its engines starting in 2018. (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://youtu.be/pVCwf6__yB0 Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription).
The Gymkhana Files (TV Series)
The Gymkhana Files takes viewers behind the scenes of one of the wildest and most successful viral video franchises, with over 500 million views online and counting. It follows renowned racing driver and viral star Ken Block and his team of Hoonigans as they attempt to make the best automotive video ever seen in the World Rallycross Championship . (Source: Filmaffinity)
Trailer: https://youtu.be/VkIdD5jUClU Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription)
Help Flash's recommendation… Fernando (2020)
A docuseries that provides an intimate portrait of two-time Formula 1 world champion Fernando Alonso . Consisting of 5 episodes, it showcases Alonso's passion for racing at the highest level and his absolute determination to win. Documenting the past year, from his participation in major circuits such as the Indianapolis 500, the 24 Hours of Le Mans to finishing on his first outing at the Dakar Rally in January, Fernando gives access to the Formula 1 champion's followers. The docuseries also features Alonso's closest circle, including his manager Luis García Abad , his sister Lorena Alonso , his partner Linda Morselli and his friend Carlos Sainz , who help reveal the man behind the champion. (Source Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7vjwly Available on: Amazon Prime (Subscription).
DOCUMENTARIES
McQueen: The Man & Le Mans
Documentary about legendary actor Steve McQueen and the filming of the 1971 movie "Le Mans," the story of the star's quest to make "the definitive film about car racing." As an example of his passion for this sporting competition, Steve McQueen often said: "When you're racing, that's living. Everything that happens before or after is just waiting." (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7tzh6t Available on: Prime Video, Filmin (Subscription), Apple TV, Rakuten TV (Rent and Purchase)
Senna, 2010 Documentary feature film that traces the life of legendary Brazilian racing driver Ayrton Senna (1960–1994) , from his debut season in 1984 to his untimely death a decade later at the San Marino Grand Prix. It features surprising, previously unseen footage, largely taken from the Formula 1 archives . (Source: Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7tzf93 Available on: Netflix (Subscription).
Fangio, The Man Who Tamed the Machines (2020)
Based on a 2016 study by the University of Sheffield that determined Juan Manuel Fangio is the best F1 driver in history, Fangio, the man who tamed the machines, seeks to get inside the mind of the myth throughout his career and personal life to understand what led him and other drivers to risk their lives racing in cars that flew at the same speeds as those of today, but with minimal safety precautions and where many of them do not survive until the end of the season. (Source Filmaffinity).
Trailer: https://dai.ly/x7sy16c Available on: Netflix (Subscription).
Williams (2017)
It tells the story of the Williams Formula 1 team, from its origins to the present day. (Source: Filmaffinity)
Trailer: https://youtu.be/_wAMk1sllp0 Available on: Netflix (Subscription).
Help Flash's recommendation… Albert Llovera, The Wings of the Phoenix (2016)
Documentary about the life of athlete Albert Llovera . Albert Llovera, the youngest athlete to participate in the 1989 Sarajevo Olympic Games , suffered a terrible accident at the age of 19, resulting in a spinal cord injury that would prevent him from walking again. Despite everything, he managed to compete as a driver in the World Rally Championship against rivals without any type of disability. The documentary features invaluable personal contributions who give their opinions and testimonies, such as actor Javier Bardem , rally driver Carlos Sainz , and the Fernández Ochoa brothers. Their contributions highlight the courage and fortitude developed by Albert throughout his life.
Trailer: https://vimeo.com/16723643 Available in: https://www.gondolafilms.com/tienda2b2d831c/Albert-Llovera-Las-Alas-del-Fénix-p150943241 (Purchase).
