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Born to Speed

Born to Speed

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Born to Speed

1947

1h 1m

8.0(1 votes)

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The romantic, dangerous and fast-paced world of professional midget auto racing provides the backdrop for this dramatic tale of a young driver who decides to follow in his late father's footsteps and win the big race.

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6 featured cast members

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Johnny Sands

Johnny Sands

Johnny Randall

Vivian Austin

Vivian Austin

Toni Bradley (as Terry Austin)

Don Castle

Don Castle

Mike Conroy

Frank Orth

Frank Orth

Breezy Bradley

Geraldine Wall

Geraldine Wall

Mrs. Randall

Joe Haworth

Duke Hudkins

Creative team

Directed by: Edward L. Cahn
Written by: Robert B. Churchill
Scott Darling

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