Soapbox Derby (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1958, Soapbox Derby is a drama and family film directed by Darcy Conyers, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. The Battersea Bats are a gang of four kids who have their den in an abandoned building near the Thames, and they have a plan of action in mind because in about a week there is a soapbox derby being held, a contest they mean to win.
Who’s in it. Soapbox Derby stars Michael Crawford as Peter Toms, Keith Davis as Legs Johnson, Roy Townsend as Foureyes Fulton and Alan Coleshill as Lew Lender, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Soapbox Derby has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Soapbox Derby page.
If you liked it. Fans of Soapbox Derby tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Soapbox Derby (1958)?
- In US, Soapbox Derby is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Soapbox Derby worth watching?
- Soapbox Derby holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Soapbox Derby?
- Soapbox Derby stars Michael Crawford, Keith Davis, Roy Townsend, Alan Coleshill and Malcolm Kirby.
- When was Soapbox Derby released?
- Soapbox Derby was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.