Ben je fan van de razendsnelle actie en opwindende racescènes in 'Cannonball' (1976)? Dan vind je het vast leuk om soortgelijke films en series te ontdekken die dezelfde adrenaline opwekken. In dit artikel vind je 10 titels die net zo meeslepend zijn als deze klassieker, perfect voor liefhebbers van snelheid en spanning.

Thunder Road (1958)
Beschreibung: A crime drama centered around bootlegging and car chases, blending action with a rebellious anti-authority theme.
Fakt: The film's title was inspired by the real-life route used by moonshiners to transport illegal alcohol, adding authenticity to the story.


Bullitt (1968)
Beschreibung: Renowned for its groundbreaking car chase sequences, this film set the standard for realistic and intense vehicular action in cinema.
Fakt: The famous chase scene in San Francisco was filmed without permits, using real streets and real speeds, making it incredibly dangerous.


The Italian Job (1969)
Beschreibung: A heist film with intricate car chases, especially famous for its Mini Cooper scenes, blending crime, strategy, and high-speed action.
Fakt: The iconic chase scene involving Mini Coopers through Turin was so popular it boosted the car's sales significantly.


The French Connection (1971)
Beschreibung: A gritty crime thriller featuring one of the most intense and realistic car chases ever filmed, emphasizing raw, unfiltered action.
Fakt: The chase scene under the elevated train was largely improvised, with many near-misses and unplanned moments captured on camera.


Gone in 60 Seconds (1974)
Beschreibung: A high-octane car chase film with a focus on fast-paced action and vehicular stunts, capturing the thrill of illegal street racing and heists.
Fakt: The film features a 40-minute car chase scene, one of the longest in cinema history, and most of the cars used were real and often destroyed during filming.


Death Race 2000 (1975)
Beschreibung: A dystopian action film featuring brutal car races where points are scored by killing pedestrians, emphasizing speed, violence, and dark humor.
Fakt: The film was made on a very low budget but became a cult classic, inspiring a 2008 remake and several sequels.


Convoy (1978)
Beschreibung: A trucker film with extended chase sequences, capturing the rebellious spirit of the open road and the camaraderie among drivers.
Fakt: Inspired by the hit song of the same name by C.W. McCall, the film capitalized on the trucker craze of the 1970s.


The Driver (1978)
Beschreibung: A minimalist action film focusing on a getaway driver, with meticulously choreographed car chases that emphasize precision and skill.
Fakt: The film's realistic car stunts were performed without special effects, relying on the drivers' expertise and real vehicles.


Mad Max (1979)
Beschreibung: A post-apocalyptic action film centered around vehicular combat and survival, showcasing high-speed pursuits and brutal car battles.
Fakt: The film was made on a shoestring budget but became a massive success, spawning a franchise that includes multiple sequels.


The Blues Brothers (1980)
Beschreibung: Combines car chases with musical elements, delivering a unique blend of action and comedy, all centered around a mission that involves high-speed pursuits.
Fakt: The movie set a record for the most cars destroyed in a film at the time, with over 100 vehicles wrecked during production.
