History of the Chopper
Synopsis
World-renowned chopper fabricator and Monster Garage host Jesse James for an in-depth look at the colorful history of these loud and proud machines. Jesse profiles the pioneers of the chopper movement, celebrates the unsung heroes whose ingenuity and creativity have inspired thousands of garage mechanics, and highlights some of the bike world's seminal creations. Watch as Jesse restores the "bird bike" a 1969 cast-off that he discovered on the back of an old pickup truck. Jesse and the guys from West Coast Choppers put their heads together to figure out how to restore the bike to its original condition. Everything from the frame to the gas tank to the motor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 23, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hildie Katibah
- Screenplay & Story
- Jesse James, Hildie Katibah
- Original Title
- History of the Chopper
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Discovery Communications
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hildie Katibah
Jesse James, Hildie Katibah
Jesse James, Hildie Katibah
Department Leadership Roster
Jesse James
Writer
Hildie Katibah
Director
Hildie Katibah
Producer
Hildie Katibah
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About History of the Chopper
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What is History of the Chopper about?
World-renowned chopper fabricator and Monster Garage host Jesse James for an in-depth look at the colorful history of these loud and proud machines. Jesse profiles the pioneers of the chopper movement, celebrates the unsung heroes whose ingenuity and creativity have inspired thousands of garage mechanics, and highlights some of the bike world's seminal creations. Watch as Jesse restores the "bird bike" a 1969 cast-off that he discovered on the back of an old pickup truck. Jesse and the guys from West Coast Choppers put their heads together to figure out how to restore the bike to its original condition. Everything from the frame to the gas tank to the motor.
Who directed History of the Chopper?
History of the Chopper was directed by Hildie Katibah.
Who stars in History of the Chopper?
The principal cast of History of the Chopper includes Jesse James, Cliff Vaughs, Tom Fugle, Joe Hurst, Dick Doughty.
When was History of the Chopper released and how long is it?
History of the Chopper was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.