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A cross-country road race is based on an actual event, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, organized by Brock Yates to protest the 55 mph speed limit then in effect in the U.S. The Cannonball was named for Erwin G. "Cannonball" Baker, who in the roaring 20's rode his motorcycle across the country. Many of the characters are based on ruses developed by real Cannonball racers over the several years that the event was run.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch The Cannonball Run online?
- You can stream The Cannonball Run on NettMovies. Open the title page and press Watch to start playback.
- When did The Cannonball Run come out?
- The Cannonball Run was released in 1981.
- What genre is The Cannonball Run?
- The Cannonball Run is a action, comedy, and family film.
- How long is The Cannonball Run?
- The Cannonball Run runs about 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- Who stars in The Cannonball Run?
- The Cannonball Run stars Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett, and Dom DeLuise.
- How is The Cannonball Run rated?
- The Cannonball Run currently scores 6.2 out of 10 based on aggregated viewer ratings.
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