The Dirt Bike Kid 1985
“When the going gets tough... the tough go flying!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- Hoite C. Caston
- Networks
- FilmDallas Pictures, Trinity Pictures
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
What is The Dirt Bike Kid?
Role: Television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Dirt Bike Kid" (1985).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 24, 1985
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- FilmDallas Pictures, Trinity Pictures
- Genres
- Family, Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 54 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- FilmDallas Pictures, Trinity Pictures
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Role: Television and film archivist.
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Title: The Dirt Bike Kid
Year: 1985
Release Date: 11/24/1985 (US)
Genre: Family, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy
Runtime: 1h 31m
Rating: PG
Director: Hoite Caston (also listed as Hoite C. Caston)
Writers: David Brandes and Lewis Colick
Cast: Peter Billingsley, Stuart Pankin, Anne Bloom, Patrick Collins, Danny Breen
Plot: Jack is sent by his mother to buy groceries with money. He returns with a magic supercharged dirt bike instead. His mother is furious. Jack uses the magic bike to save a local hot dog stand from corrupt big business. He becomes a town hero.
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“A gripping exploration of family and fantasy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Dirt Bike Kid worth watching?
The Dirt Bike Kid holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 54 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family, Fantasy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Dirt Bike Kid and when was it released?
The Dirt Bike Kid is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Dirt Bike Kid?
The Dirt Bike Kid was directed by Hoite C. Caston.
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