Ride with the Wind
Synopsis
Frank Shelby is a motorcycle racer for whom age, personal tragedy and a love for the bottle have supplanted hopes of the big time. But when he meets Katherine, a widow whose young son, Danny, has leukemia, Frank forms an unexpected bond with them. And Danny's determination in the face of his illness gives Frank a newfound drive to win.
Top Cast
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Craig T. Nelson
Frank Shelby
Helen Shaver
Katherine Barnes
Bradley Pierce
Danny Barnes
Max Gail
Jack Hayes
Tracey Walter
Francis
Henry G. Sanders
Dr. Dailey
Travis McKenna
Travis
Steve Parlavecchio
Scott
Linda Dona
Ginger
David Schickele
Eddie Mitchell
Doria Cook-Nelson
Marilyn
Gina Gallego
Dr. Stein
Stacey Nelkin
Steph
MacDonald Cook
Hugh
Rhonda Román
Teller
Autumn Winters
Casey
Dave Despain
Announcer
Shannon Day
Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 18, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bobby Roth
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Grant, Craig T. Nelson
- Original Score
- Michel Rubini
- Original Title
- Ride with the Wind
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Family Tree Productions, Hearst Entertainment Productions, Peter Frankovich Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bobby Roth
Harry Grant, Craig T. Nelson
Michel Rubini
Shelly Johnson
Peter Frankovich, Craig T. Nelson, Neil Rapp, Connie Tavel
Department Leadership Roster
Neil Rapp
Producer
Bobby Roth
Director
Shelly Johnson
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ride with the Wind.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ride with the Wind
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ride with the Wind about?
Frank Shelby is a motorcycle racer for whom age, personal tragedy and a love for the bottle have supplanted hopes of the big time. But when he meets Katherine, a widow whose young son, Danny, has leukemia, Frank forms an unexpected bond with them. And Danny's determination in the face of his illness gives Frank a newfound drive to win.
Who directed Ride with the Wind?
Ride with the Wind was directed by Bobby Roth.
Who stars in Ride with the Wind?
The principal cast of Ride with the Wind includes Craig T. Nelson, Helen Shaver, Bradley Pierce, Max Gail, Tracey Walter.
When was Ride with the Wind released and how long is it?
Ride with the Wind was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Ride with the Wind?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ride with the Wind was composed by Michel Rubini.