

Racer and the Jailbird
2017, French. Directed by Michaël R. Roskam.
When Gino meets racing driver Bénédicte, it's love at first sight. But Gino has a secret. The kind of secret that can endanger their lives.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Michaël R. RoskamDirector
- Matthias SchoenaertsGino 'Gigi'
- Adèle ExarchopoulosBénédicte 'Bibi'
- Éric De StaerckeFreddy
- Jean-Benoît UgeuxSerge
- Nabil MissoumiYounes
- Fabien MagryEric 'Le Chauve'
- Gianni La RoccaMike 'Le Râble'
- Thomas CoumansBernard 'Nardo'
- Nathalie Van TongelenSandra / Géraldine
- Anaëlle PotdevinStéphanie
- Arben BajraktarajAndreï
- Gaël MaleuxJean
Details
- Released
- 4 October 2017
- Original title
- Le Fidèle
- Country
- Belgium, France, Netherlands
- Written by
- Michaël R. Roskam, Thomas Bidegain, Noé Debré
- Budget
- $9.2M
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Racer and the Jailbird: quick answers
Is Racer and the Jailbird worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 200 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Racer and the Jailbird?
Racer and the Jailbird runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does Racer and the Jailbird have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Racer and the Jailbird. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Racer and the Jailbird parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Racer and the Jailbird is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Racer and the Jailbird on?
Racer and the Jailbird isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Racer and the Jailbird?
If you liked Racer and the Jailbird, try Normal Life, Faster, Face.
Who directed Racer and the Jailbird?
Racer and the Jailbird (2017) was directed by Michaël R. Roskam and stars Matthias Schoenaerts, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Éric De Staercke.