Ford v Ferrari (2019)
Kernel Score: 88% · 8,797 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Action, History
Released: 2019-11-13
Runtime: 153 minutes
Is Ford v Ferrari worth watching?
Must-watch. A very well-made story of Ford's attempt to beat Ferrari at Le Mans, with Matt Damon and Christian Bale as the odd couple behind it. The racing is thrilling and the humour keeps the long runtime moving.
Watch it if you
- like true-story sports dramas
- want great racing sequences on a big screen
- enjoy two strong actors playing off each other
Skip it if you
- don't care about cars or racing
- dislike corporate-politics subplots
Best for: Dad's movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Ford v Ferrari
- Stream: Fubo, YouTube TV, FXNow
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
American car designer Carroll Shelby and the British-born driver Ken Miles work together to battle corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
Ford v Ferrari parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Ford v Ferrari is a PG-13 racing drama based on a true story, featuring intense car-racing sequences and corporate conflict.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Contains intense, high-speed racing sequences with crash danger typical of motorsport films.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Matt Damon as Carroll Shelby
- Christian Bale as Ken Miles
- Jon Bernthal as Lee Iacocca
- Caitríona Balfe as Mollie Miles
- Josh Lucas as Leo Beebe
- Noah Jupe as Peter Miles
- Tracy Letts as Henry Ford II
- Remo Girone as Enzo Ferrari
- Ray McKinnon as Phil Remington
- JJ Feild as Roy Lunn
Ford v Ferrari FAQ
Is Ford v Ferrari worth watching?
Must-watch. A very well-made story of Ford's attempt to beat Ferrari at Le Mans, with Matt Damon and Christian Bale as the odd couple behind it. The racing is thrilling and the humour keeps the long runtime moving.
Where can I watch Ford v Ferrari?
In the US you can stream Ford v Ferrari on Fubo, YouTube TV and FXNow and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Ford v Ferrari OK for kids?
Ford v Ferrari is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Ford v Ferrari is a PG-13 racing drama based on a true story, featuring intense car-racing sequences and corporate conflict.
What movies are like Ford v Ferrari?
If you liked Ford v Ferrari, try Rush, F1, Gran Turismo and Grand Prix.