Missile from the East (2022)

The unbelievable story of East German racing ace, Ernst Degner.

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Against the backdrop of the 1961 Swedish Grand Prix, East German motorcycle racer Ernst Degner flees the Iron Curtain. Returning to the racetrack the following season with Suzuki, the driver wins the world championship and catapults the Japanese industrial giant into global domination of the motorcycle industry. Set where two worlds collide – the colour and freedom of the West contrasts the oppression and threat of Cold War East Germany.

Director: Justin Stokes
Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Runtime: 91 min
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Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Missile from the East about?
Against the backdrop of the 1961 Swedish Grand Prix, East German motorcycle racer Ernst Degner flees the Iron Curtain. Returning to the racetrack the following season with Suzuki, the driver wins the world championship and catapults the Japanese industrial giant into global domination of the motorcycle industry. Set where two worlds collide – the colour and freedom of the West contrasts the oppression and threat of Cold War East Germany.
Who directed Missile from the East?
Missile from the East was directed by Justin Stokes.
Who stars in Missile from the East?
Missile from the East stars James G. Nunn, Murray Walker, James Matsumiya, Alan Wai.
How long is Missile from the East?
Missile from the East has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is Missile from the East?
Missile from the East is a Documentary, TV Movie film.