Rush
James Hunt and Niki Lauda, two extremely skilled Formula One racers, have an intense rivalry with each other. However, it is their enmity that pushes them to their limits.
Directed by Ron Howard · Biography · Drama · Sport · 123 min · 2013
Trailer
Director
Ron Howard
Writer
Peter Morgan
Studio
Cross Creek Pictures / Exclusive Media / Working Title Films / Imagine Entertainment / Revolution Films / Egoli Tossell Film{{cite web
Release
27 Sep 2013
Runtime
123 min
Genres
Biography, Drama, Sport
Full Plot
Set against the sexy, glamorous golden age of Formula 1 racing in the 1970s, the film is based on the true story of a great sporting rivalry between handsome English playboy James Hunt (Hemsworth), and his methodical, brilliant opponent, Austrian driver Niki Lauda (Bruhl). The story follows their distinctly-different personal styles on and off the track, their loves, and the astonishing 1976 season in which both drivers were willing to risk everything to become world champion in a sport with no margin for error: if you make a mistake, you die.
Cast & Characters
Niki Lauda, an Austrian F1 driver and Hunt's main rival who races for Scuderia Ferrari
Daniel Brühl
James Hunt, a British F1 driver who races for McLaren
Chris Hemsworth
Marlene Knaus-Lauda, Niki Lauda's wife
Alexandra Maria Lara
Clay Regazzoni, Niki Lauda's teammate
Pierfrancesco Favino
Louis Stanley, chairman of BRM
David Calder
Nurse Gemma, a nurse who checks Hunt's injuries and is one of Hunt's girlfriends
Natalie Dormer
Alastair Caldwell
Stephen Mangan
Lord Hesketh
Christian McKay
Stirling Moss
Alistair Petrie
Teddy Mayer
Colin Stinton
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $38.0M, Rush has grossed $90.2M worldwide — about 2.4x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
The film was shot on location in the United Kingdom, Germany and Austria, including Blackbushe Airport in Hampshire, the Snetterton (Norfolk), Cadwell Park (Lincolnshire), the former Crystal Palace and Brands Hatch (Kent) motor racing circuits in Britain, and at the Nürburgring in Germany.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
9 million in the United States and Canada, and $71.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Rush holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (554,701 votes), 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74/100 on Metacritic.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 4, 2026
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (554,701 votes), 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74/100 on Metacritic), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rush's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Rush holds a 88% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Rush's IMDb rating?+
Rush has a 8.1/10 rating on IMDb from 554,701 votes.
What is Rush's Metacritic score?+
Rush has a Metascore of 74/100 on Metacritic.
Is Rush good? What are critics saying?+
Rush holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (554,701 votes), 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74/100 on Metacritic.
How long is Rush?+
Rush has a runtime of 123 min.
Who directed Rush?+
Rush was directed by Ron Howard.
Where can I watch Rush?+
Rush is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel, Rakuten TV, Sky Store, Lionsgate Play, Lionsgate Play Apple TV Channel, Lionsgate Play Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Rush" has received positive reviews, with many praising its racing action and story of rivalry between James Hunt and Niki Lauda. Reviewers have noted the film's focus on human drama and the intensity of the competition, which will appeal to both F1 fans and non-fans alike. Several reviewers are excited for the release date, with some calling it "epic" and others expressing enthusiasm about its release, including Daniel Day-Lewis.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
Awesome, the best racing movie since grand prix 👍
**Rush isn’t just a good racing movie. It’s an excellent film, period.** Ron Howard pumps adrenaline straight into your veins with rivalry, risk, and high-stakes racing. The cinema and storytelling make the audience feel the intensity and danger of every race. Drivers are horribl…
The Movie Mob · 7/10You needn't be an F1 fan, or even a sport fan in general, to really enjoy Ron Howard's look at this clash of personalities that had much of the world engrossed back in 1976. James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth) - the smoking, flamboyant, womanising upstart challenging Niki Lauda (Daniel…
CinemaSerf · 7/10
From the trailer's comments
This is going to be EPIC! As an F1 fan, I know this story (and it is real) very well but it will be great to relive one of the greatest rivalries and seasons of all time. I'm sure non F1 fans will love the human story, which is remarkable. My idol is Senna (the film Senna is awes…
@McMDavid · 4 likesMasterpiece.. can't wait!
@technojaa · 2 likesOutstanding indeed... The shots, capturing the light...
@thetowerfantasymusic · 0 likesFrom a fan since the early 70s i dont care if its hollywood or not more exposure to F1 in the US is a good thing. I cant wait to see it
@mzondi1970 · 1 likesThey are pretty different. And I don't know how you can pick a favourite before you've even seen this one.
@mikeymike1792 · 1 likesCan't wait this is gonna look Amazing roll on September 13th :D
@TheBradderzlad93 · 0 likesCan't wait for it :) Does anyone know the name of music in second part of trailer?
@jaggedjimmy3901 · 1 likesIt looks outstanding. Very excited.
@mikeymike1792 · 0 likes
