Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.
Tom Cruise
as Cole Trickle
Robert Duvall
as Harry Hogge
Nicole Kidman
as Dr. Claire Lewicki
Randy Quaid
as Tim Dalander
Cary Elwes
as Russ Wheeler
Michael Rooker
as Rowdy Burns
Fred Thompson
as Big John
John C. Reilly
as Buck Bretherton
J.C. Quinn
as Waddle
Don Simpson
as Aldo Bennedetti
Caroline Williams
as Jennie Burns
Michael Burgess
as Young Doctor
