Comedy
United States of America
The Gumball Rally is a 1976 action-comedy film directed by Charles Bail and starring Michael Sarrazin, Raul Julia, and Tim McIntire. The movie follows a group of eccentric drivers who participate in a secret cross-country race from New York City to Long Beach, California.
The drivers come from all walks of life and include a wealthy businessman, a veteran racing driver, a car thief, a motorcycle cop, and a Japanese engineer who has built a supercar for the race. The winner of the Gumball Rally will receive a cash prize and, more importantly, bragging rights as the ultimate driver.
The race is filled with high-speed chases, car crashes, and close calls as the drivers navigate through the dangerous and unpredictable terrain of the American highways. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including traffic jams, police checkpoints, and rival drivers who will stop at nothing to sabotage their competition.
Despite the high stakes and intense competition, the drivers form a camaraderie and bond over their shared love of cars and adrenaline-fueled driving. The climax of the movie takes place on a deserted stretch of highway, where the final racers battle it out to cross the finish line first and claim the ultimate victory.
The Gumball Rally is a classic car movie that celebrated the thrill of driving and the freedom of the open road. It is a must-watch for fans of fast cars and high-speed action movies.
