Race the Sun
1996, English. Directed by Charles T. Kanganis.
A dream can make all the difference under the sun.
A bunch of high school misfits in Hawaii, introduced by their new teacher, attend a science fair in which they draw up inspiration to build their own solar car and win a trip to compete in the 1990 World Solar Challenge in Australia.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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5.2/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Race the Sun
Race the Sun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Charles T. KanganisDirector
- Halle BerryMiss Sandra Beecher
- Casey AffleckDaniel Webster
- Eliza DushkuCindy Johnson
- Steve ZahnHans Kooiman
- Kevin TigheJack Fryman
- Anthony RuivivarEduardo Braz
- Nadja PionillaOni Nagano
- Jim BelushiFrank Machi
- Dionysio BascoMarco Kito
- J. Moki ChoGilbert Tutu
- Adriane Napualani UganizaLuana Kanahele
- Sara TanakaUni Kakamura
Details
- Released
- 22 March 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Morrow
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Race the Sun: quick answers
Is Race the Sun worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Race the Sun?
Race the Sun runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Race the Sun have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Race the Sun. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Race the Sun parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Race the Sun is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Race the Sun on?
Race the Sun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Race the Sun?
If you liked Race the Sun, try Dear Eleanor, Burn Your Maps, Sun Dogs.
Who directed Race the Sun?
Race the Sun (1996) was directed by Charles T. Kanganis and stars Halle Berry, Casey Affleck, Eliza Dushku.