Killers on Wheels
Killers on Wheels

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Killers on Wheels

1976
Movie
95 min
Cantonese

A quasi-vicious motorcycle gang messes with the wrong man.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes67%
Google Users75%
Director: Howard CohenGenres: Comedy, Action, Sport

Plot Summary

A group of eccentric drivers competes in an outrageous, cross-country automobile race from New York to Los Angeles. The participants, each with their own unique vehicle and motivations, push the limits of speed, endurance, and sanity in a mad dash to be the first to cross the finish line. Along the way, they encounter hijinks, rivalries, and plenty of near-disasters.

Critical Reception

The Gumball Rally was met with a generally mixed to positive reception from critics, who often cited its high-octane energy and over-the-top premise as its strengths, though some found its plot thin and humor inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and ensemble cast of quirky characters.

  • Noted for its chaotic and humorous portrayal of an illegal cross-country race.

  • Criticized by some for a lack of substantial plot or character development.

Google audience: Viewers often appreciate 'The Gumball Rally' for its energetic and fun-loving spirit, recalling it as a classic of its genre with memorable car chases and a sense of wild freedom. Some find it dated, but many still enjoy its over-the-top premise and nostalgic charm.

Fun Fact

The film was loosely inspired by the Cannonball Baker Sea-to-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, an actual cross-country race.

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