The Stunt Driver
2026
Based on the true story of Montrealer Ken Carter, the “Mad Canadian” stunt driver who tried to jump the Saint Lawrence River in a rocket car in the mid-’70s. Carter's dream was to end his 30-year career with a big jump, a big paycheck, and mega stardom. In the process of accomplishing it, he hired a big sports manager and enlisted the best in rocket car design, with the National Film Board of Canada filming a documentary leading up to the event.
Running time: 1h 39m
| Director | Michael Dowse |
|---|---|
| Writers | Michael Dowse |
| Composer(s) | Cristóbal Tapia de Veer |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, History |
| Release Date | 2026 |
| Production Company(s) | Film Cardinal, Protagonist Pictures, Mongrel Media, Crave, Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada, CBC Films |
