Rush (2013)
Kernel Score: 85% · 7,681 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Action
Released: 2013-09-02
Runtime: 123 minutes
Is Rush worth watching?
Worth watching. A sharp, fast-moving telling of the Lauda and Hunt rivalry, with two lead performances that make opposites compelling. You don't need to follow Formula 1 to enjoy it.
Watch it if you
- like true sports stories
- enjoy rivalries between opposites
- want exciting racing scenes
Skip it if you
- dislike cars and racing
- want a deeper character study
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Rush
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
In the 1970s, a rivalry propels race car drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt to fame and glory — until a horrible accident threatens to end it all.
Rush parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Rush is an R-rated drama about Formula One racing rivalry that includes graphic injury and a fiery crash.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — A driver is horribly disfigured in a fiery crash, with intense racing danger and some characters dying, per the official R rating and reviews.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — 1970s racing culture includes drinking and partying typical of the era, consistent with its R rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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If you liked Rush, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Ford v Ferrari (2019) — 88%: Two very different people and a real racing rivalry.
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- Grand Prix (1966) — 80%: Classic racing drama on the track.
- Apollo 13 (1995) — 90%: Same director, real events and rising tension.
- Cinderella Man (2005) — 84%: Real-life underdog sports drama.
Director
Cast
- Chris Hemsworth as James Hunt
- Daniel Brühl as Niki Lauda
- Olivia Wilde as Suzy Miller
- Alexandra Maria Lara as Marlene Lauda
- Pierfrancesco Favino as Clay Regazzoni
- David Calder as Louis Stanley
- Natalie Dormer as Nurse Gemma
- Stephen Mangan as Alastair Caldwell
- Christian McKay as Lord Hesketh
- Alistair Petrie as Stirling Moss
Rush FAQ
Is Rush worth watching?
Worth watching. A sharp, fast-moving telling of the Lauda and Hunt rivalry, with two lead performances that make opposites compelling. You don't need to follow Formula 1 to enjoy it.
Where can I watch Rush?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Rush OK for kids?
Rush is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Rush is an R-rated drama about Formula One racing rivalry that includes graphic injury and a fiery crash.
What movies are like Rush?
If you liked Rush, try Ford v Ferrari, F1, Schumacher and Grand Prix.