Heart Like a Wheel
“She did something women were forbidden to do, and became a World Champion.”
Synopsis
Shirley Muldowney is determined to be a top-fuel drag racer, although no woman has ever raced them before. Despite the high risks of this kind of racing and the burden it places on her family life, she perseveres in her dream.
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Heart Like A Wheel (1983) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-06-19
Top Cast
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Bonnie Bedelia
Shirley Muldowney
Beau Bridges
Connie Kalitta
Leo Rossi
Jack Muldowney
Hoyt Axton
Jack Roque
Bill McKinney
"Big Daddy" Don Garlits
Anthony Edwards
John Muldowney
Elliott Mason
Young Autograph Seeker
Creed Bratton
Photographer
Dick Miller
Mickey White
Paul Bartel
Chef Paul
Bruce Barlow
Bass Player, Tex's Band
Missy Basile
Angela
Jesse Aragon
Carlos
Tiffany Brissette
Little Shirley
Paul Bryar
Matt, Card Player
James Burton
Guitar Player, Tex's Band
Martin Casella
Repoter #1
Michael Cavanaugh
NHRA Boss
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Kaplan
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Friedman
- Original Score
- Laurence Rosenthal
- Original Title
- Heart Like a Wheel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Michael Nolin, 20th Century Fox, Aurora
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Kaplan
Ken Friedman
Laurence Rosenthal
Tak Fujimoto
O. Nicholas Brown
Lamar Card, Charles Roven, Rich Irvine, James L. Stewart
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Friedman
Writer
Jonathan Kaplan
Director
James William Newport
Production Design
Charles Roven
Producer
Tak Fujimoto
Director of Photography
O. Nicholas Brown
Editor
Laurence Rosenthal
Original Music Composer
William Ware Theiss
Costume Design
Conrad E. Palmisano
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Heart Like a Wheel
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What is Heart Like a Wheel about?
Shirley Muldowney is determined to be a top-fuel drag racer, although no woman has ever raced them before. Despite the high risks of this kind of racing and the burden it places on her family life, she perseveres in her dream.
Who directed Heart Like a Wheel?
Heart Like a Wheel was directed by Jonathan Kaplan.
Who stars in Heart Like a Wheel?
The principal cast of Heart Like a Wheel includes Bonnie Bedelia, Beau Bridges, Leo Rossi, Hoyt Axton, Bill McKinney.
When was Heart Like a Wheel released and how long is it?
Heart Like a Wheel was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Heart Like a Wheel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Heart Like a Wheel was composed by Laurence Rosenthal.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Heart Like a Wheel?
Heart Like a Wheel holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).