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Alan Ritchson plans MotoGP film, faces unique filming challenges

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:09 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Alan Ritchson plans MotoGP film, faces unique filming challenges

Summary

Actor Alan Ritchson announced during a podcast that he acquired the rights to a MotoGP film. He aims to create an international racing movie akin to the Fast & Furious franchise, though details remain unofficial. The film's challenges include filming motorcycle racing due to the visibility of rider performance, making it harder to hide stunt doubles. Additionally, recent regulatory changes in MotoGP may complicate filming logistics and access to equipment. The project is linked to MotoGP's recent acquisition by Liberty Media.

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By the Numbers

•Ritchson confirmed MotoGP film rights acquisition on Dax Shepard's podcast.
•Production difficulties arise from motorcycle racing's unique filming requirements.
•Recent MotoGP rule changes may affect filming access starting in 2027.
•MotoGP reported a fanbase increase to 632 million in the last year.
•Previous Liberty Media efforts with F1 suggest a similar strategy for MotoGP.

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1:09 AMYahoo Sports — The MotoGP Movie Faces Problems No Racing Film Has Solved

What they're saying

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Hollywood has decided motorcycle racing is the next thing to monetize, and the first swing at it is not the reverent documentary the paddock probably expected. It's a caper. The project surfaced not through a studio press release but through the actor himself. Alan Ritchson, appearing on Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast in late July, said flatly: "I got the rights to MotoGP. I love motorcycles." He went on to describe wanting to build something international and Fast & Furious-shaped around
— Yahoo Sports

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