EVEL KNIEVEL

Cinemavixion Review

Released in 1971, "Evel Knievel" offers a fact-based account of the legendary motorcycle daredevil's life, charting his journey from nascent stunts to the perilous Caesars Palace jump. Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, the film stars George Hamilton as Knievel, alongside Sue Lyon and Bert Freed. While the external data notes a 5.2 rating on IMDb and a 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting a mixed reception, the narrative delves into Knievel's reflections on pivotal life moments preceding a significant jump. The film, produced in the United States, grossed an estimated $36,000 at the box office. "Evel Knievel" provides a glimpse into the ambition and risk that defined the iconic stuntman's career.