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Fearless Stunt Driver Battles Demons to Achieve Legendary Jump
4 Nov
Summary
- Protagonist Pictures boards international sales for 'The Stunt Driver'
- Film recounts 1970s story of stunt driver Ken Carter's rocket-powered car jump
- Starring Jay Baruchel, Ed Helms, Ben Foster, and more
In the lead-up to the American Film Market, Protagonist Pictures has boarded international sales for the upcoming comedic biopic 'The Stunt Driver'. The film, which is currently in post-production, stars Jay Baruchel (This is the End) as Ken Carter, a fearless stunt driver from the 1970s who risked everything to jump a rocket-powered car across the mile-wide St. Lawrence Seaway.
The true-to-life tale follows Carter's relentless quest to be remembered, as he battles personal demons, public doubt, and a rival daredevil. Joining Baruchel in the cast are Ed Helms (The Hangover), Ben Foster (Hell of High Water), Laurence Leboeuf (Shoresy), and Dan Bakkedahl (Veep).
The film is directed by Michael Dowse (Stuber) and produced by Jennifer Wilson under her Film Cardinal banner. Baruchel is also on board as an executive producer, alongside Mongrel Media's Andrew Frank and others.
"The Stunt Driver is a heartfelt, laugh-through-the-tears journey – a larger-than-life true story brought to life with Michael Dowse's trademark warmth, wit, and charm," said Protagonist Pictures CEO Dave Bishop. "With this wonderful cast, the film captures both the wild joy and tender humanity behind the spectacle."
