The Art of Racing in the Rain Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Plot

What's the story about?

Plot

A heartfelt tale narrated by a witty and philosophical dog named Enzo (voiced by Kevin Costner). Through his bond with his owner, Denny Swift (Milo Ventimiglia), an aspiring Formula One race car driver, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition and understands that the techniques needed on the racetrack can also be used to successfully navigate the journey of life. The film follows Denny and the loves of his life - his wife, Eve (Amanda Seyfried), their young daughter Zoe (Ryan Kiera Armstrong), and ultimately, his true best friend, Enzo.

Cited as official plot version

Drama Adaptation

Top Cast

The lead cast starring in The Art of Racing in the Rain.

• 
  Milo Ventimiglia

  ... Denny Swift

  Land of Bad, I Can Only Imagine 2

• 
  Kevin Costner

  ... Enzo the Dog (voice)

  Horizon, Hidden Figures

• 
  Amanda Seyfried

  The Housemaid, Les Misérables

• M
  Martin Donovan

  ... Maxwell

  The Apprentice, Aftermath

• 
  Gary Cole

  The Pineapple Express, Vamp U

• K
  Kathy Baker

  Saving Mr. Banks, Love Is Love Is Love

• R
  Ryan Keira Armstrong

Crew Behind the Film

The The Art of Racing in the Rain behind-the-scenes crew and production team.

The film's director Simon Curtis last directed Downton Abbey: A New Era and Goodbye Christopher Robin. The film's writer Mark Bomback last wrote White Bird and War for the Planet of the Apes.

Director

Simon Curtis

Screenwriter

Mark Bomback

Producers

Joanie Burstein
Patrick Dempsey
Neal H. Moritz

Production Details

What we know about the The Art of Racing in the Rain movie production.

Key Facts

• Based on the best-selling novel by Garth Stein.
• Based on the best-selling novel by Garth Stein.

Production Updates for The Art of Racing in the Rain

Feb 2019

Completed

Changed The Art of Racing in the Rain movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Feb 2019

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Apr 2018

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Preparations are underway to start production.

Jul 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in "development hell."

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