Racing Stripes.

Name: Racing Stripes
Genre: Comedy, Family, Sport
Released: 2005-01-14
Duration: 101 min
Cast: Bruce Greenwood, Hayden Panettiere, M. Emmet Walsh, Wendie Malick, Caspar Poyck

He was born to stand out.

A young zebra grows up near a racetrack and dreams of racing alongside thoroughbreds. A farmer's daughter shares his ambition, while barnyard friends help the pair take on doubts about where they belong.

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Why it’s a little special

An underdog sports story with a daughter, an unusual racing partner, and a noisy animal cheering section.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Racing accidents, animal bullying, a deceased parent, and bathroom jokes.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Frederik Du Chau
Starring: Bruce Greenwood, Hayden Panettiere, M. Emmet Walsh, Wendie Malick, Caspar Poyck, Gary Bullock, Frankie Muniz, Mandy Moore, Michael Clarke Duncan, Jeff Foxworthy, Joshua Jackson, Joe Pantoliano
Written by: Kirk DeMicco, Michael Samonek, David Schmidt
Produced by: Kirk DeMicco, Daniel Brimer, Broderick Johnson, Andrew A. Kosove, Edward L. McDonnell, Lloyd Phillips, Steven P. Wegner
Release date: January 14, 2005
Runtime: 101 minutes
Genre: Comedy, Family, Sport
Studio: Warner Bros.
Language: English

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