Crash and Burn
The story of Irishman Tommy Byrne, the greatest racing driver you never saw
Movie - 86mins
Crash and Burn chronicles the thrilling and turbulent career of Irish racing driver Tommy Byrne, who rose from a rough, working-class background to the cusp of Formula 1 in the 1980s. Directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, the film explores Byrne's undeniable talent and rebellious personality, which set him apart on the track but also clashed with the conservative and elite world of Formula 1. Byrne’s story is filled with highs and lows, from his dominance in lower racing categories to his brief, rocky stint in Formula 1 and subsequent struggles. The documentary combines interviews, archival footage, and personal insights to portray the complexities of Byrne’s character and his “what could have been” legacy in motorsport.
Cast:
Gary
Anderson
John
Watson
Mike
Hull
Ayrton
Senna
Ralph
Firman
Tommy
Byrne
Eddie
Jordan
Martin
Brundle
Mark
Hughes
Calvin
Fish
David
Kennedy
Gary
Anderson
John
Watson
Mike
Hull
Ayrton
Senna
Ralph
Firman
Tommy
Byrne
Eddie
Jordan
Martin
Brundle
Mark
Hughes
Calvin
Fish