Weekend of a Champion
Synopsis
Filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with world champion driver Jackie Stewart as he attempts to win the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, offering an extraordinarily rare glimpse into the life of a gifted athlete at the height of his powers.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Simon
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Simon
- Original Title
- Weekend of a Champion
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Anglo-EMI, Caliban Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Simon
Frank Simon
Bill Brayne
Derek York
Roman Polanski
Department Leadership Roster
Roman Polanski
Producer
Frank Simon
Director
Frank Simon
Writer
Bill Brayne
Director of Photography
Derek York
Editor
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What is Weekend of a Champion about?
Filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with world champion driver Jackie Stewart as he attempts to win the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, offering an extraordinarily rare glimpse into the life of a gifted athlete at the height of his powers.
Who directed Weekend of a Champion?
Weekend of a Champion was directed by Frank Simon.
Who stars in Weekend of a Champion?
The principal cast of Weekend of a Champion includes Roman Polanski, Jackie Stewart, Helen Stewart, François Cévert, Ken Tyrrell.
When was Weekend of a Champion released and how long is it?
Weekend of a Champion was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.