Won't Back Down
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Won't Back Down

The story of legendary mountain biker Steve Peat.

5.4 / 10 2014 1h 54mNR English
Documentary

Storyline

From his humble beginnings in his hometown of Sheffield, England, Steve Peat has established himself as one of the worlds most iconic cyclists. Peaty has been competing at the top level in his chosen sport of downhill mountain bike racing for the past 23 years, longer than the lifetime of many of his current competitors. Through 20 years of archival footage and photos and intimate interviews with Steve, his family, close friends and competitors, Won’t Back Down takes viewers on a captivating tour of the history of the sport of downhill mountain bike racing and offers a never-before-seen view into the life and legacy of this enduring icon.

Cast & Crew

Steve Peat

Steve Peat

Self

Lead
Josh Bryceland

Josh Bryceland

Self

Sam Hill

Sam Hill

Self

Gee Atherton

Gee Atherton

Self

Greg Minnaar

Greg Minnaar

Self

Nicholas Vouilloz

Nicholas Vouilloz

Self

Rob Warner

Rob Warner

Self

Jason McRoy

Jason McRoy

Self

What People Are Saying

3.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Clay Porter's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Won't Back Down is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker