Racetrack (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1985, Racetrack is a documentary film directed by Frederick Wiseman, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. RACETRACK is about the Belmont Race Track, one of the world's leading race tracks for thoroughbred racing. The film highlights the training, maintaining and racing of thoroughbred horses. Everyday occurrences are shown: in the backstretch — the grooming, feeding, shoeing, and caring for horses and the preparation for races; at the practice track the various aspects of training, exercising, and timing the horses; at the paddock — the pre-race presentation of the horses; and in the grandstand — betting and watching the races. The film also has sequences showing the variety of work done by trainers, jockeys, jockey agents, grooms, hot walkers, stable hands, and veterinarians.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Racetrack has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Racetrack page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Racetrack (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Racetrack change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Racetrack worth watching?
- Racetrack holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Racetrack released?
- Racetrack was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.