---
title: "The World's Fastest Indian"
year: 2005
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-world-s-fastest-indian-2005"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 9912
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 127
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The World's Fastest Indian (2005) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-world-s-fastest-indian-2005

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The World's Fastest Indian is a film first released in 2005. Catalogued under Drama, Adventure, History. Produced and broadcast by OLC / Rights Entertainment, Tanlay, New Zealand Film Commission. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A New Zealander chases a speed dream on a vintage Indian motorcycle."

### Why Watch
- Based on a remarkable true story
- Anthony Hopkins leads with a compelling performance
- Combines drama, adventure, and historical elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- PG-13 rating means high-speed scenes are toned down
- Tone & Suitability: The film is suitable for general audiences, offering an inspirational yet historically grounded tone.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspirational, historical, adventure, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Roger Donaldson
- **Networks / Studios**: OLC / Rights Entertainment, Tanlay, New Zealand Film Commission

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anthony Hopkins** as *Burt Munro*
- **Walton Goggins** as *Marty Dickerson*
- **Diane Ladd** as *Ada*
- **Bruce Greenwood** as *Jerry*
- **Iain Rea** as *George*
- **Tessa Mitchell** as *Sarah*
- **Aaron Murphy** as *Tom*
- **Tim Shadbolt** as *Frank*
- **Annie Whittle** as *Fran*
- **Greg Johnson** as *Duncan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The film follows New Zealander Burt Munro, a motorcycle enthusiast who built a 1920 Indian bike.

### Q: When does the story take place?
It culminates with Munro setting a land-speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats in 1967.

### Q: Is the film based on real events?
Yes, it dramatizes the true story of Burt Munro’s record‑breaking attempt.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
Roger Donaldson directed the film, after years of development and a 1971 documentary on Munro.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and seven minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The World's Fastest Indian — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/9912)
- [The World's Fastest Indian - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_World's_Fastest_Indian)
- [The World's Fastest Indian (2005) | Facts - Facts | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/205774-the-world-s-fastest-indian/facts/)
- [The World's Fastest Indian / V zajetí rychlosti (2005)](https://refresher.cz/film/the-world-s-fastest-indian)
- [Kde sledovat V zajetí rychlosti](https://filmtoro.cz/film/v-zajeti-rychlosti)
- [The World's Fastest Indian – Filmy na Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/The_World_s_Fastest_Indian?id=AUQw9riM_g8&hl=cs)

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