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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.

Directed by: Michael Dowse

Top Cast: Jay Baruchel, Ed Helms, Ben Foster, Laurence Leboeuf, Joe Cobden, Marc Beaupré, Dan Bakkedahl, Noah Labranche

Genres: Comedy, Drama, History

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Past Screenings

• Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 12:45 PMLaemmle Town Center 5 — Los Angeles, CA
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