Christmas Watchlist Part Two

The second part of the big day is a simple time, the selection box is ripped open and the sweats are coming from an abundance of roast potatoes. While the nap time vibes start to settle in before the beloved sandwiches of the evening, we’ve compiled the second part of our Christmas watchlist.

Ford v Ferrari (2019)
The film chronicles the true story of Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon) and Ken Miles (Christian Bale) as they design and build the Ford GT40 to challenge Ferrari’s dominance at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. Their journey is one of innovation, determination, and teamwork

Gone in 60 Seconds (2000)
Legendary car thief Memphis Raines (Nicolas Cage) must steal 50 cars in one night to save his brother from a gangster. The centerpiece is the theft of Eleanor, a 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500, leading to a thrilling chase that’s as much about wit as speed.

Gone in 60 seconds (2000)

Baby Driver (2017)
Baby, a getaway driver with tinnitus, uses music to focus during high-stakes escapes. When he falls in love with a waitress, he tries to leave his criminal life but is coerced into one last heist that spirals out of control.

Death Race (2008)
In a dystopian prison, inmates participate in a brutal televised car race to win their freedom. Jensen Ames (Jason Statham), a wrongfully convicted man, is forced to compete in a deadly game where survival depends on driving skill and strategy.

Talledega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006)
Ricky Bobby (Will Ferrell) is a NASCAR superstar whose life falls apart after a French rival (Sacha Baron Cohen) humiliates him on the track. Ricky must rediscover his passion for racing, his relationship with his family, and his confidence to reclaim the title.

The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019)
Through the eyes of his loyal dog Enzo, racecar driver Denny Swift navigates personal and professional challenges, including love, loss, and fatherhood. Enzo’s narration reveals profound insights about life, racing, and the bond between humans and animals.

The Love Bug (1968)

The Love Bug (1968)
A struggling race car driver discovers that his Volkswagen Beetle, Herbie, has a personality of its own. With Herbie’s help, he rises through the racing ranks, forming a unique bond with the car while fending off scheming rivals.

Cars Franchise (2006, 2011, 2017)
Cars: Hotshot race car Lightning McQueen learns humility and friendship after being stranded in the small town of Radiator Springs.

Cars 2: Lightning and Mater get entangled in international espionage during a global racing competition.

Cars 3: Lightning faces the challenges of aging and the next generation of racers, rediscovering his passion as both a competitor and a mentor.

As the tree lights dim and the arguments over what celebration is the best in the tub begin, we hope we’ve made your Christmas time viewing more engine friendly. Some classics, personal favourites and all around insane chase sequences across part one and two of our watchlist.

If you think we’ve missed out on anything, hit us up on @shift_rtfm on Instagram and let us know!