Race the Sun (1996)

22% of critics liked it
(9 reviews)
39% of users liked it
(4,638 ratings)

Loosely based on a true account, this family drama centers on a group of aimless Hawaiian teens who with the support of two inspirational teachers turn their lives around by building a solar powered car and racing it across the Australian outback during the World Solar Challenge. ~ Sandra Brennan,… More Loosely based on a true account, this family drama centers on a group of aimless Hawaiian teens who with the support of two inspirational teachers turn their lives around by building a solar powered car and racing it across the Australian outback during the World Solar Challenge. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: PG, 1 hr. 39 min.
Directed By: Charles T. Kanganis
Genres: Drama, Kids & Family, Comedy

In Theaters: Mar 22, 1996 Wide
On DVD: Apr 30, 2002
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment

Critic Reviews

Clint Morris, Moviehole
Far from groundbreaking, but a bit of fun
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
A spunky film that celebrates a school teacher's enthusiasm and its positive effect on students.

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Featured Audience Ratings

danny d

entertaining flick
Dean M

This film has its heart in the right place but is just another mediocre teen-misfits-make-good movie. A real-life story of determination and courage turned into formulaic mush.
Keith A

Inspiring and humorous true-life story for the whole famly.
Leo L

Great movie!