Down and Derby
Synopsis
A local Pinewood Derby competition transforms an average group of dads into overzealous rivals desperate to build the winning car. As egos swell, the kids are lucky if they get to pick the paint color. While the dads are busy with outlandish gimmicks and sabotage, the underestimated scouts pull together and discover the true meaning of sportsmanship.
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Down and Derby Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-04-07
Top Cast
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Greg Germann
Phil Davis
Lauren Holly
Kim Davis
Adam Hicks
Brady Davis
Perry Anzilotti
Big Jimmy
Deborah Ashton
Angel Scaldoni
Danny Shepherd
Danny Scaldoni
Ross Brockley
Blaine Moosman
Tammy Lier
Charlotte Moosman
Nicholas Nengas
Todd
Marc Raymond
Ace Montana
Hunter Tylo
Teri Montana
Eric Jacobs
A.J. Montana
Pat Morita
Ono Yakimoto
Joey Miyashima
Kyosho Yakimoto
K.J. Adachi
Kyosho's Son
Robert Costanzo
Claude
Michael Glauser
Claude's Son
Sandy Hackett
Larry Savage
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 15, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 29, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Hendershot
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Hendershot
- Original Score
- Chuck E. Myers, Andrew Gross
- Original Title
- Down and Derby
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Pure Entertainment, Stonehaven Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Hendershot
Eric Hendershot
Chuck E. Myers, Andrew Gross
T.C. Christensen, Gordon Lonsdale
Tony Lombardo
Eric Hendershot, Steele Hendershot, Dickilyn Johnson, John D. Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Hendershot
Director
Eric Hendershot
Writer
Steele Hendershot
Producer
Dickilyn Johnson
Producer
Tony Lombardo
Editor
T.C. Christensen
Director of Photography
Gordon Lonsdale
Director of Photography
Chuck E. Myers
Original Music Composer
Arizona Taylor
Production Design
Hayley Hammond
Costume Design
Andrew Gross
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Down and Derby
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What is Down and Derby about?
A local Pinewood Derby competition transforms an average group of dads into overzealous rivals desperate to build the winning car. As egos swell, the kids are lucky if they get to pick the paint color. While the dads are busy with outlandish gimmicks and sabotage, the underestimated scouts pull together and discover the true meaning of sportsmanship.
Who directed Down and Derby?
Down and Derby was directed by Eric Hendershot.
Who stars in Down and Derby?
The principal cast of Down and Derby includes Greg Germann, Lauren Holly, Adam Hicks, Perry Anzilotti, Deborah Ashton.
When was Down and Derby released and how long is it?
Down and Derby was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Down and Derby?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Down and Derby was composed by Chuck E. Myers, Andrew Gross.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Down and Derby?
Down and Derby holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).