Viva Knievel!
“The one and only real live Evel Knievel in his first dramatic movie role.”
Synopsis
The legendary stuntman plans his most incredible stunt yet while battling the mob in this action-adventure.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Viva Knievel (1976) Original Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-05-22
Top Cast
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Evel Knievel
Himself
Gene Kelly
Will Atkins
Lauren Hutton
Kate Morgan
Red Buttons
Ben Andrews
Leslie Nielsen
Stanley Millard
Cameron Mitchell
Barton
Frank Gifford
Himself
Eric Olson
Tommy Atkins
Sheila Allen
Sister Charity
Albert Salmi
Cortland
Dabney Coleman
Ralph Thompson
Ernie F. Orsatti
Norman Clark (as Ernie Orsatti)
Marjoe Gortner
Jesse
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 10, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman Katkov, Antonio Santillán
- Original Score
- Charles Bernstein
- Original Title
- Viva Knievel!
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Sherrill C. Corwin Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Douglas
Norman Katkov, Antonio Santillán
Charles Bernstein
Fred Jackman Jr.
Harold F. Kress
Stanley Hough, Sherrill C. Corwin
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Douglas
Director
Norman Katkov
Screenplay
Antonio Santillán
Screenplay
Paul Zastupnevich
Costume Design
Stanley Hough
Producer
Fred Jackman Jr.
Director of Photography
Ward Preston
Production Design
Harold F. Kress
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Viva Knievel!
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Viva Knievel! about?
The legendary stuntman plans his most incredible stunt yet while battling the mob in this action-adventure.
Who directed Viva Knievel!?
Viva Knievel! was directed by Gordon Douglas.
Who stars in Viva Knievel!?
The principal cast of Viva Knievel! includes Evel Knievel, Gene Kelly, Lauren Hutton, Red Buttons, Leslie Nielsen.
When was Viva Knievel! released and how long is it?
Viva Knievel! was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Viva Knievel!?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Viva Knievel! was composed by Charles Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Viva Knievel!?
Viva Knievel! 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.).