Breaking Away(1979)
The movie that tells you exactly what you can do with your high school diploma!
Synopsis
Dave, nineteen, has just graduated high school, with his three friends: the comical Cyril, the warm hearted but short-tempered Moocher, and the athletic, spiteful but good-hearted Mike. Now, Dave enjoys racing bikes and hopes to race the Italians one day, and even takes up the Italian culture, much to his friends' and parents' annoyance.
Directed by Peter Yates
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Cast
Dennis Christopher
Dave Stoller
Dennis Quaid
Mike
Daniel Stern
Cyril
Jackie Earle Haley
Moocher
Barbara Barrie
Evelyn Stoller
Paul Dooley
Ray Stoller
Robyn Douglass
Katherine
Hart Bochner
Rod
Amy Wright
Nancy
Peter Maloney
Doctor
John Ashton
Mike's Brother
Lisa Shure
French Girl
Jennifer K. Mickel
Girl
P. J. Soles
Suzy
David K. Blase
500 Race Announcer
William S. Armstrong
500 Race Official
Howard S. Wilcox
500 Race Official
J.F. Brière
Mr. York
Breaking Away — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Breaking Away?+
Breaking Away is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Breaking Away come out?+
Breaking Away was released in 1979.
How long is Breaking Away?+
Breaking Away runs for 101 minutes (1 hour and 41 minutes).
Who directed Breaking Away?+
Breaking Away was directed by Peter Yates.
Who stars in Breaking Away?+
Breaking Away stars Dennis Christopher, Dennis Quaid, Daniel Stern, Jackie Earle Haley and Barbara Barrie.
Is Breaking Away worth watching?+
Breaking Away holds a 7.2/10 rating from 309 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and comedy.
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