Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- witty
- warm
- sentimental
- family movie night
- children's viewing
What critics said
Critics generally found the talking-animal premise suitable for young viewers but overly predictable and sentimental for broad all-ages appeal.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Stripes is an abandoned zebra mistaken for an unsuitable race competitor, making identity and belonging central to his journey.
The farm animals conspire to help Stripes pursue the Kentucky Open despite their different temperaments and species.
Talking animals, comic personalities, and an overtly heartfelt underdog message define the film's accessible tone.
The central plot follows a zebra attempting to win a prestigious horse race despite institutional and biological barriers.
Films like Racing Stripes, and why
Babe
live-action talking-animal comedy centered on an underdog pursuing success through friendship and teamwork
Charlotte's Web
family comedy featuring anthropomorphic farm animals, heartfelt perseverance, and a rural setting
Air Bud
uplifting animal-centered sports comedy built around an unlikely competitor and ensemble support
Movie Details
- Director
- Frederik Du Chau
- Release Date
- 2005-01-06
- Runtime
- 102 min
- Rating
- 5.9 / 10 (699)
Cast
- Frankie Muniz
- Hayden Panettiere
- Bruce Greenwood
- Mandy Moore
- Wendie Malick
- M. Emmet Walsh
- Snoop Dogg
- Michael Clarke Duncan
- Jeff Foxworthy
- Whoopi Goldberg
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Racing Stripes about?
- An abandoned zebra finds a home, a team of loyal farm animals, and an audacious chance to race against thoroughbreds.
- What is Racing Stripes like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Racing Stripes as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
- Is Racing Stripes violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Racing Stripes.
- What did critics think of Racing Stripes?
- Critics generally found the talking-animal premise suitable for young viewers but overly predictable and sentimental for broad all-ages appeal.
- Which films are like Racing Stripes?
- Films with a similar feel include Babe, Charlotte's Web, and Air Bud.
- How long is Racing Stripes?
- Racing Stripes runs 102 minutes.
- Where can I watch Racing Stripes?
- In United States, Racing Stripes is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
