Richard Petty
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Richard Lee Petty (born July 2, 1937), nicknamed "the King", is an American former stock car racing driver who competed from 1958 to 1992 in the former NASCAR Grand National and Winston Cup Series (now called the NASCAR Cup Series), most notably driving the No. 43 Plymouth/Pontiac for Petty Enterprises. He is one of the members of the Petty racing family. He was the first driver to win the Cup Series championship seven times (a record now tied with Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson), while also winning a record 200 races during his career. This included winning the Daytona 500 a record seven times and winning a record 27 races in one season (1967).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Petty reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Richard Petty's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 47% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Petty remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Wood Brothers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Petty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Petty's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Petty.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Fistful of Steel: The Rise of Bubba Wallace | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Blink of an Eye | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Wood Brothers | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Cars 3 | The King (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Petty Blue | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Swing Vote | Richard Petty | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Inspiration for 'Cars' | Self - Racing legend | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Cars | The King (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | NASCAR: The IMAX Experience | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Race to Daytona | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Stockcar! | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | 43: The Richard Petty Story | Richard Petty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Country Music | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Corky | Richard Petty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Speedway | Himself | Average | Similar → |
Richard Petty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Petty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Petty is "The Wood Brothers" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Petty acted in?
Richard Petty has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Petty?
Other notable films include "NASCAR: The IMAX Experience", "Cars", and "Petty Blue".