Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky BobbyOverview and Synopsis

Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
Opened August 4, 2006 | Runtime:1 hr. 50 min.
PG-13
crude and sexual humor, language, drug references and brief comic violence
NASCAR's Ricky Bobby is challenged by a new rival, flamboyant French driver Jean Girard. After taking a backseat to the challenger, Bobby is banished from the circuit. In order to reclaim his top spot, he must rediscover his inner speed demon.
Cast: Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Sacha Baron Cohen, Gary Cole, Michael Clarke Duncan
Director: Adam McKay
Genres: Comedy, Sports Comedy

Critic Reviews

"...a bit of a mess, but it is a genial mess, and one that will make you laugh. Which is the whole idea." Los Angeles Times
- Kenneth Turan
"...the stupid-comical banter and the lampooning of this particular brand of car racing proves entertaining." USA Today
- Claudia Puig
"NASCAR and its colorful melding of larger-than-life characters and action appear an ideal fit for Ferrell's onscreen persona..." Variety
- Robert Koehler