Dakar Rally

Intense off-road racing through challenging terrains

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About Dakar Rally

Released: 2014

Platform: Max

Rating: TV-PG

Run time: 1 Seasons Available (14 Episodes)

Cast
No Host

The Dakar Rally TV Series - Overview

About Dakar Rally TV Series (2014)

The Dakar Rally TV series is a thrilling visual journey that captures the highs and lows of the annual Dakar Rally, one of the toughest and most famous off-road races in the world. The show follows competitors from around the globe as they traverse across the harsh terrains of South America, enduring gruelling conditions in a supreme test of endurance and navigation.

Making / Production

Given the elements' volatility, producing the Dakar Rally TV series is as intense as the race itself. Production mainly takes place on location across multiple South American countries. It captures the trials and tribulations of competing teams through harsh environments and unpredictable terrains, offering an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at this renowned global event.

Actors

  • Unknown Narrator: The unique selling point of Dakar Rally TV series is that there are no scripted actors. Rather, the series relies on a narrator who brings out the raw emotions, trials and tribulations of the competing teams.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Although titled as Dakar Rally, since 2009 the race has not been held in Africa. Due to security threats, the event was moved to South America and in 2020, it was moved to Saudi Arabia.
  • The show takes viewers through three countries, over 5,600 miles and for 15 straight days of racing. Competitors have to navigate through deserts, mountains and salt flats in gruelling conditions.
  • The series is a favourite among motorsport enthusiasts and adventure seekers across the world.

Quotes

  • "The Dakar Rally is probably the single-most dangerous race on planet earth."
  • "It's not just a race. It's a way of life."
  • "You don't conquer Dakar. Dakar conquers you."

Music, Soundtrack

  • The series uses a variety of intense and adventurous music, perfectly capturing the excitement, danger, and raw intensity of the race.