Patrick Dempsey: Racing LeMans — Season 1, Episode 1: Actor/Racer
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 4 episodes • ★ 9.0/10
Episode synopsis
Hollywood leading man Patrick Dempsey has set himself an enormous goal, to compete at the most prestigious race in motorsports, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Following in the footsteps of legendary idols Paul Newman, Steve McQueen and James Garner, Dempsey's passion and commitment to racing has earned him respect within the racing community. But the road to Le Mans isn't without sacrifice, as Patrick must strike a balance between his day job on set and his desire to secure time in the driver's seat. Alongside demanding sponsorship commitments and a challenged car manufacturer, Patrick and partner Joe Foster navigate the minefield that lies before them as they struggle to keep their team on the road to Le Mans.
About Patrick Dempsey: Racing LeMans
The list of legendary actors-turned-racers is as short as it is iconic: Paul Newman, Steve McQueen and James Garner. This summer, Velocity follows Patrick Dempsey as he joins this elite group when he tackles the world's oldest and most grueling automotive endurance race, France's 24 Hours of Le Mans.