Racing Stripes

Synopsis

Racing Stripes is a heartwarming family comedy film that follows the journey of a young zebra named Stripes, voiced by Frankie Muniz, who dreams of becoming a racehorse. Raised on a farm by a widowed former horse trainer, Stripes faces ridicule and skepticism from the other animals but with determination and the help of a quirky group of farm friends, he sets out to defy the odds and compete in the Machu Picchu Cup. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about courage, friendship, and the true meaning of believing in oneself. Will Stripes be able to achieve his racing dreams or is he destined to be forever labeled as an outsider?

Cast

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  Frankie Muniz

  Stripes (voice)

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  Hayden Panettiere

  Channing Walsh

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  Bruce Greenwood

  Nolan Walsh

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  Mandy Moore

  Sandy (voice)

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  Wendie Malick

  Clara Dalrymple

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  M. Emmet Walsh

  Woodzie

Reviews

Racing Stripes received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its heartwarming story and positive messages, others criticized its lack of originality and predictable plot. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a rating of 35%, with the consensus being "Racing Stripes has some bright spots but is ultimately too derivative and predictable." IMDb rated it 5.2/10, with some viewers appreciating the movie's charm and humor, while others found it to be cliché. Metacritic gave it a score of 43/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Overall, Racing Stripes is a fun and entertaining family film that may appeal to younger audiences and animal lovers.