Okay, yes, “Gran Turismo” the movie is pretty much “The Last Starfighter” but for racing. Based on the wildly popular video game franchise, Neill Blomkamp‘s adaptation takes its cues from the story of Jann Mardenborough. In 2011, Mardenborough won the GT Academy championship, a race which allowed skilled video game players the chance to drive actual race cars. From this win, he was able to make the transition from gamer to racer, competing in Le Mans, the Toyota Racing Series, and European Formula Three championships.

David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet, Geri Halliwell Horner (that’s Ginger Spice for you of a certain age), and Djimon Hounsou star.
Blomkamp directs from a script by Jason Hall and Zach Baylin. “Gran Turismo” is set to hit theaters in August of 2023. Check out the trailer now: