Over the last decade, BMX has exploded into the mainstream, with more than 4.5 million riders in the U.S. alone today, its become a global sport since hitting the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Now, the 1980s cult classic movie that greatly influenced the BMX culture, “RAD” is returning to theaters for a massive one-night-only event on March 20, 2025, followed by the world premiere of “A RAD DOCUMENTARY”!
While the film wasn’t a box office success upon its original release, the film directed by Hal Needham, the genius behind Smokey and the Bandit, BMX fans have turned RAD into a legendary cult classic. The film has become an iconic touchstone for fans, and now, it’s talking over 700 screens across North America, courtesy of Utopia and Fathom Entertainment. Whether you remember it for the insane tricks, the unforgettable soundtrack, or just the pure 80’s nostalgia, BMX lovers everywhere have made RAD a cult-classic for the BMX community.
RAD is more than just a movie, but rather a celebration of BMX, the culture, and the spirit that keeps this sport alive and thriving.
Watching the movie the day before the book launch in Laguna Beach, California it was quickly realized that the movie is more of a BMX cult classic than a thrilling movie that needs to be seen. Make sure you have a connection with BMX when you head to the cinema. You'll giggle a few times. Things have changed, but it's good to see how it was back in the mid-eighties. Hell track, Bart Taylor, Skyway, Patterson, Hutch, all in action, and on the big screen. Keep an eye out for a showing near you.
ABOUT RAD DAY 2025
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