Idris Elba: King of Speed is a car show everyone should watch

"Jonathon Klein" (jonathon-klein)
07/16/2014 at 10:29 • Filed to: Idris Elba: King of Speed, BBC America

It's very hard to find quality programming in the automotive world. Very few programs are both entertaining and informative, and many don't last a first season before a network cancels the entire show. Think of the Car Show, or how many times Top Gear USA went from in the works to shelved before they got Rutledge, Tanner, and Adam to click.

What I'm trying to illustrate is that it is extremely difficult to make lightning strike and get everything we all want to watch and commit our time to. Somehow, the BBC has got lightning to strike on their side once again with Idris Elba: King of Speed.

I usually have a hard time getting behind car shows, primarily due to the hosts. They are usually stale, old, and talk only about their "good ole days" from when they were kids and how everything today needs to be more analog. It feels as if their fire, their passion for being a petrol/gear head is gone, and that they are just doing this as a job.

It's why I can't get into Velocity's Chasing Classic Cars or Legendary Motorcar. They are just reporting things, sure you get to see cars that are almost never seen, but it is so dry and so boring, I just can't watch it.

TopGear and FifthGear seemed to have pioneered the way a car show should be presented, a bit factual, but also show the love for cars and people will tune in. While those two British shows are great and I will watch every episode, they too are becoming a bit stale. It's the same bits over and over again, the same tests, the same jokes. Nothing has changed, nothing is new, at least to me.

This year we have already seen the first !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! of /Drive Networks freshman season which was very good, and I hope the upcoming episodes are awesome too. But until the next episode is out, the BBC has us covered with Idris Elba: King of Speed.

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The show centers around the actor Idris Elba, some of you may recognize him from the BBC show Luther, and others will recognize him from a few of the movies he's done, such as The Losers or Pacific Rim. Watching him on the big screen or on TV, I never really thought he would be a car guy. Boy was I wrong.

The show starts off with Idris doing a short monologue to a backdrop of series car porn shots, which usually means it probably will be all about those shots and not much substance. But as you watch, as you listen to his voice, everything starts to fall into place. You are overcome with a sense of genuine love for all things automotive. And that's the key word for this show, genuine.

It isn't some trite act of an actor playing a part; it's one of us talking about our personal cars. It's us discussing, arguing, passionately about which era of Formula 1 is better. It a beautiful representation of what a fan is. What seals it is his smile. You can't fake the grin you get when you're with friends, with other like-minded people, or doing something you always wanted to.

The first episode looks at two different topics, the first being what has befallen Detroit with a bit of its underground racing scene, and second about NASCAR at Watkins Glen. Both of these could be entire shows by themselves, but the way the episode weaves both together allows you to take a journey that pays off big at the end. I won't spoil anything more than that, because you should all watch it.

What makes this episode aren't the amazing camera shots, or even the cars, rather its Elba's cadence, his passion, and the score in the background. I can show you car porn shots all day, but it won't do anything for you without the right music behind it. The score elevates the show, it elevates the presenter, and it just works.

From the previews and commercials I saw before the episode aired, I figured it would be good, but a lot like TopGear due to the silly sounding song they had playing over it. I am happy to say I was wrong. The show is more like the /Drive videos. It's artfully shot, brilliantly scored, and the love of the car seeps through every pore of the show. It's not contrite, it doesn't talk down to you, and it is just an expression of love. This all may sound like I work for the BBC trying to promote the show, but we get far too little really great programming as car fans and when something is this good, it needs to be properly talked about. Go watch it, you won't be disappointed.

Idris Elba: King of Speed airs Monday's on !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! .

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DISCUSSION (100)

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:33

Funny, all I have ever seen him on was The Office US. Will watch the special for sure though.

njp1589 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:39

I have to agree, I really liked watching it.

It's refreshing to see someone who is passionate about cars, no matter the school of thought behind them. Low-riders and donks aren't something that gets me excited, but seeing people who are truly passionate about them and having a host who helps to convey that was nice.

Also major props for running a Nascar Road Course rather than an oval.

djmt1 > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/16/2014 at 10:42

That speech was pretty awesome.

Patrick George > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:42

I caught this a while back too and I thought it was awesome. Idris Elba's the real deal.

dinobot666 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:43

They should rename the show "Stringer Bell Drives Cars" and you'd have a million The Wire fans watching it.

Shane Elliott > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:45

I enjoyed this. Hope there's a chance for him to do more similar material.

Pdexter > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:45

Idris Elba hosting a car show? I'm sold already.

To the torrents!

T off the New > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:48

I saw this advertised recently, the show seems legit, Only other place I know this guy from is the show Luther. I'll definitely be watching this

red014 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:48

I found this show riveting. It doesn't have the non-gear head appeal that a show like Top Gear does, so my wife didn't care much for it, but I was hooked from the first segment I saw. Fully endorsed.

SlabSheetrock > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:50

I've got this DVRed at home; will make it a priority to watch at night. As an aside, I was really hoping that the rumors were true, and that Elba would have been the next Doctor.

ProcessBlack > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:52

After a few seasons(series) of 'Luther", seeing a cheerful Idris makes me very uncomfortable.

Great show, though. Definitely a must watch.

DasTurboWagen > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:53

I'll definitely be checking this show out. Idris Elba is one of my favorite actors. Seems like a great combination.

Triborough > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:53

"Think of the Car Show, or how many times Top Gear USA went from in the works to shelved before they got Rutledge, Tanner, and Adam to click."

They should have left Top Gear USA on the shelf, as the only click you hear is people changing the channel.

Z_Stig > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:54

Watched it the other night, and really loved it.

Kaufmania: Mark Webber's Stunt Double > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:55

we talked about the show for an hour after watching the show. All those NASCAR guys were a class act. Much props from everyone in NC getting along so well with swlf described Rudeboy from London. and much props to Idris Elba taking on the scariest track on the NASCAR circuit. Those walls!!! And he made Detroit awesome. Everywhere he went he just got along with everyone so well. Something I dont think Top Gear can say. Wow.

This, a thousands THIS. If you missed it you missed brilliant automotive television about a true car guy!!!

Mikeado > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 10:56

I found it kinda meh, to be honest. The rally episode with Ari Vatanen was OK, but I didn't really learn anything from any of them.

Jonathon Klein > SlabSheetrock
07/16/2014 at 10:56

So did I

BigGatorChris > Mikeado
07/16/2014 at 11:04

I just watched the first episode, and can't work up the enthusiasm to set the DVR to record the second.

It's entry level.

Basement Cat > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:04

Stringer Bell's got his hands in all sort of legitimate businesses to hide his drug money

erikgrad > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:05

Great writeup, buy you missed mentioning what is perhaps is best role: "Stringer" Bell in The Wire . Great actor.

citizennick > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:06

have it recording on the DVR. Between 'The Wire' and 'Luther' this guy is definitely a favorite to watch on screen.

KirkyV > djmt1
07/16/2014 at 11:06

I'm so glad they're making another one of these.

Klaus Schmoll > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:07

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn1k7U…

First two episodes are on the tubes. I now know what I'll watch tonight. Thanks!

citizennick > erikgrad
07/16/2014 at 11:07

personally, I think his best role is John Luther in "Luther". Far more of an intense/riveting role than Stringer Bell.

BrtStlnd > Patrick George
07/16/2014 at 11:08

He is, indeed, the real deal. His performance in season 3 of The Wire belongs in the Smithsonian.

Kinja'd!!!

citizennick > dinobot666
07/16/2014 at 11:09

He did happen to drive a Toyota Camry again, like he did in "The Wire". Though, this one was a NASCAR but kind of similar.

Haimatox > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:09

Anybody know if it's online? Not that I'd support illegal online streaming, of course. *Nudge nudge wink wink*

BigGatorChris > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:10

"It's why I can't get into Velocity's Chasing Classic Cars or Legendary Motorcar. "

I dig those shows, but this one bored me to tears.

I guess some of you need a little more drama from your reality TV than others.

Crest > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:15

Watched it and I won't stop watching it

Jonathon Klein > Haimatox
07/16/2014 at 11:15

I believe YouTube has it, I'm guessing Streetfire will have it soon

Jonathon Klein > Crest
07/16/2014 at 11:16

I watched it again, when I was writing this up.

spngr311 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:16

Need to set the DVR when I get home.

carwitter > Mikeado
07/16/2014 at 11:19

For me he didn't seem all that interested in half of the things he did/drove. He likes cars yeah...but thats about it. Likewise not a lot was learnt, it was nice to watch but at the end of the day it would have been far more interesting taking a through and through petrolhead off the street and throwing him into these situations rather than a multi millionaire celeb.

Ark > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:25

Thanks for giving me something to watch!

Also, Wheeler Dealers should be right up there with Top Gear on the rankings of car guy shows. It gets more technical than any other garage show without all the macho dumbass Texan bullshit that permeates every other show on Velocity, and without the 1%-er attitude of CCC. It also taught me more British than Top Gear ever did.

Haimatox > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:25

You mean YouTube has it for now? Haha I guarantee it will be taken down by Friday at the latest.

Scott-R > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:26

The ads made me pretty excited about it. Have it on my DVR but have not had the chance to watch it. Hopefully, this weekend I will.

Crest > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:27

I watched it when they leaked the video months ago. I loved the rally part a lot

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:28

Episode 1 was in Dec 2013..... have there been 2 new episodes since???

Hoonidan > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:28

I stumbled across this show Monday night while flipping through the channels. My father and I both thoroughly enjoyed it, extremely well done show. Glad to find out it was just the first episode! Looking forward to the rest.

Just Cars for Joe Bryant > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:34

After I got done watching it, the settings for the automatic delete on the dvr for this episode went from "when memory is needed" to "when I delete". Meaning this is never going away from my collection until I find a way to obtain a more permanent version of this show.

Jonathon Klein > SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
07/16/2014 at 11:35

They are just bringing them to the US now, but yeah a few episodes have aired. Think how TopGear used to be.

bsamsel > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:37

agree, great show so far, just caught it randomly the other night. didnt' realize it was new, thought it was just brought over to bbc US

erikgrad > citizennick
07/16/2014 at 11:38

I'm going to have to check Luther out...

Dusty Ventures > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:43

I loved King of Speed! Hopefully they make more episodes. I also suggest "Brian Johnson's Cars That Rock." He's got that same love and passion that makes King of Speed so great. A few times he's even been brought to the edge of tears on the show due to particularly special cars.

CraigM > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:44

Enjoyed it when it was on late last year over here. Even if it did seem a bit random with regard to the running story. Also the numberplate on the Fiesta XR2

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TheSpin > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:47

I watched the first episode last night and really enjoyed it. So far I like how it shows completely different groups of people and their car culture...and it shows them all as being valid. Car enthusiasts are a tribal bunch, and I can't wait to see how others are having fun with their cars.

Monsterajr > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:51

I watched it the other night and it really is very good. He gushes over things but its totally genuine and not contrived or orchestrated. The show/he seems to have a large story arc so we started with the birth of his passion, then jump to the birth of the mass produced auto to the birth of NASCAR via moonshining. I can't wait to see the rest. Junior Johnson back and forth was excellent and his interaction with the Detroit street racers was coming from someone who's actually talked the talked and walked the walk. His enthusiasm of talking about that XR2 brought up my memories of first seeing/hearing that car eons ago while visiting my UK relatives is what really grabbed me to not change the channel.

Kinja'd!!!

StndIbnz > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:53

Just set my DVR to record the series, thank you!

matttdrewww > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 11:54

to be honest i thought was bland and learned next to nothing

John Harrison > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:04

They did a major re-edit from when they first aired in December. And that's not really a bad thing as the original airings were disjointed and meh. Also they had to make room for all the commercials. On a personal note I was in the Cannonball segment which aired in episode 1. It was shot last August and Brock, Stephen Fog and myself had a great time spending most of the day with Idris and the crew. He was a total pro and a nice bloke who really likes cars. I hope we don't wind up getting cut from the re-mix episode 2.

P.S. He had just finished shoot the film Mandela a few days before and thought he was dead tired he lit up when the conversation turned to cars.

stephenmcknight > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:05

it was shown over Christmas here in the UK on BBC2 and 2HD, was a hit with the viewers and the British TV Critic who hate these Celebrity driven shows.

Racing Legends is another good series from the BBC, as is Speed Dreams it about men in sheds building cars and bikes for the Bonnville speed week festival.

always been good at Documentary the Beeb, seem to pick the right hosts who are passionate about cars or motorbikes. Jeremy was quote as saying the problem with car reviews it hard not to fall into a pattern, this is due to the limits of what TV Executives and accounts allow you to do.

has seven layers of accounts and middle management about him in the BBC, who rule on his treatment and then decide with one he get to do. with 3.2 Billions pounds of budget cuts and the Licence fee up for renewal in 2016, car guys have to tow the line if they want a job with the BBC.

SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:06

I saw an episode back in Jan... I think it was episode 1 in 2 parts.... or was it 2 separate episodes

I guess I'll have to rewatch... no problem since Idris Elba is my man-crush (no homo)

Chairman Kaga > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:10

I have a feeling my wife won't protest too much...

Saracen > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:18

cars + idris elba. how can I not watch this?!

meatatarian > BrtStlnd
07/16/2014 at 12:19

Stringer!

quarterlifecrisis > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:27

I caught the last few minutes of him in the stock car around Watkins Glen, and listened to Rusty Wallace talking about his driving just by the sound of the car around the course. I was a little upset that I'd not seen the show before, but it's on my watchlist now.

citizennick > erikgrad
07/16/2014 at 12:28

all 3 seasons on Netflix, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The show as a whole is no "The Wire" but his performance is still pretty awesome.

UKPDXWRX > Patrick George
07/16/2014 at 12:30

His portrayal of the gangster trying to go legit was epic... the man is the man.

TheSmokingTire > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:33

when you have the BBC's music catalog behind you, of course it's gonna be good. I've seen this show and liked it a lot.

Try making something decent out of it, except someone says "you can't use any music by anyone who the audience has ever heard of. Royalty free only" the challenge gets much harder . That's what we deal with on a daily basis.

Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again. > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:34

Well you've sold me on this show for one!

MannyBones > erikgrad
07/16/2014 at 12:36

Pah, his best role is Vaughn Rice in Ultraviolet .

Kinja'd!!!

Martin MacRae > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:45

Highly recommended - this was on in the UK back around Christmas/New Year. If I remember right it was a 3 part series - unfortunately I didn't get the impression it was anything more than a one off, rather than a new car programme.

Andrew Nier > Pdexter
07/16/2014 at 12:46

Where would we be without our beloved torrents?

Andrew T. Maness > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:48

I can't tell you how glad I am you put this on my radar. I don't know how I'd missed this as I'm a fan of BBC America's programming and pretty much everything Idris Elba does.

King Of Speed is what an automotive show should be and you're right, they stay away from all the gimmicks that make other shows so hard to watch. Instead of jump cuts, gratuitous speed ramping and whomp music, King Of Speed is a study in restraint and tasteful editing.

It's truly inspiring to see a show like this because it's evidence that there are those out there who see things the way I do. That automotive culture is a melting pot of cultures and attitudes but ultimately everyone, no matter what you're driving or where you're from is after the same thing, speed.

CALUSA > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:54

He is the man! Watched it last year or so, great series. Love the Nascar part where they drive through a small village.

stephenmcknight > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 12:55

certain car will get you higher rating, i guess a Corvette would get you half a million more viewers than a Ferrari on Amercian television. that why car show struggle to stay on television, ratings are a huge part in it.

there no car show on free to air channels in Amercia, or anywhere else around the world i think Top Gear the only show that review cars on main stream television any where around the world right now.

that sad indeed as i am sick of Simon Cowell and Amercian Idol, ruling the airwaves and dancing with the stars is so rubbish i banned it tomorrow. end of angry rant right now

PCD > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 13:00

You forgot to mention his role in The Wire! As a fan of The Wire, it's required that I talk about The Wire incessantly. The Wire.

jayfieldstampa > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 13:02

thanks for recommending the show, I really enjoyed it. If you simply like cars and all things cars you will probably enjoy the show.

syrgrad91 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 13:12

I'm a huge fan of Idris Elba, especially after his tremendous performance in Luther. I've gotta make sure to catch this show for sure!

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07/16/2014 at 13:13

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Boss2452stolemylunchmoney > erikgrad
07/16/2014 at 13:39

It's completely awesome.

Dusty Ventures > Just Cars for Joe Bryant
07/16/2014 at 13:42

*Cough cough*

stephenmcknight > TheSmokingTire
07/16/2014 at 14:02

The BBC has a local permission agreement for some music, to be played on the BBC. when Dave shows the Repeat like the US the music is cut out shame that.

BBC2 had Metallica Glastonbury performance on at 10 PM till midnight, great set Speed monkey.co.uk Matt Hubbard was a happy boy as he a huge Metallica fan. also show Dolly Parton set as well, covered at least 6 music festival each year.

pollenstein > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 14:14

yeah, I caught this back home last year... Think it's only two episodes though

NotUnlessRoundIsFunny > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 14:18

Your piece was beautifully written, thanks for posting!

I am definitely going to check out this show after reading this.

Jonathon Klein > NotUnlessRoundIsFunny
07/16/2014 at 14:23

Thank you so much!

Benjinator12 > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 14:34

Let's just hope it doesn't get cancelled.

Like the apocalypse.

Jonathon Klein > TheSmokingTire
07/16/2014 at 14:43

You guys, and /Drive I think have influenced them, not the other way around though. The last season of TopGear looks more like TST and /Drive than it ever has. That's what I meant.

Mr Ordinary > Patrick George
07/16/2014 at 15:00

Snap this was on England a decent amount of time ago and it was very enjoyable.

He's a true car enthusiast and is also a great actor.

His show 'Luther' is very good indeed.

venivelovici > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 15:07

I really, really like Elba, but the show doesn't quite click with me. Dunno. I'll have to give it another spin.

Also, how'd you overlook mentioning "The Wire" regarding his acting credits???

ragingpandabear > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 15:21

Accidentally stumbled upon this channel surfing - It was such a terrible name and I didn't recognize the actor - and was pleasantly surprised.

You summed it up really well; Elba seems to be genuine when it comes to cars and it shines through and lets you feel a bit of his passion. Really enjoyable and now it's a series recording on my DVR.

Dezmo-Dromic > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 16:02

Just watched both parts...

wow...

I feel like the second part, where he's back in the UK was better than the first half while in the US (although him driving the camry around watkins glen was cool). Having hung around a speed shop in my younger days, I could always tell when people were trying to b.s. me and my friends with their stories and I felt that same feeling hearing some of those drag racer guys and Detroit folks talk.

and yeah, the music....oh the music was awesome!

Shiftright > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 16:06

Total mancrush on this guy. King of Cool is more like it

Yourcommentisincrediblydumb > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 16:18

Just ordered it on Vudu because of this review. I look forward to watching it! Hopefully, it's more than just 7 or 8 episodes a season.

It's a "Porch-uh" > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 16:57

It's not a "bad" show... but I can't say I found it great. I lost a lot of respect for Idris Elba as I feel he comes off completely full of himself. The awesome BBC quality you mention (plus cars/racing) is what save this show from being awful.

Just Cars for Joe Bryant > Dusty Ventures
07/16/2014 at 17:07

Er, um, I guess I forgot to mention guaranteed reliability, plus quality, and also LEGALITY.

PK > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 17:21

No references to Idris Elba's greatest role, as Stringer Bell on HBO's "The Wire?" HERESY! :)

TurboSloth > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 18:05

I got goosebumps watching this. I want to be Idris Elba when I grow up. Having a guy with personality, knowledgeable about cars and history, without bias toward any facet of automotive culture is rare.

cesariojpn > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 18:11

Think of the Car Show, or how many times Top Gear USA went from in the works to shelved before they got Rutledge, Tanner, and Adam to click.

Stopped reading right there.

tkeela > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 18:32

I'm a straight guy, and I'd watch this program just for his voice. It sounds so sexy.

LucasWarmWater > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 20:09

Watched it last night... meh

beekayjay > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 20:15

Based on this recommendation, I Youtubed both episodes and watched them back to back. Great series and I hope Idris gets to do a few more in the future.

Highlights for me were the score during his Nascar run; very Batman Begins. And then secondly, when told he should consider dropping down to the smaller training track for his rally racing training, Idris turns around, some temper showing, and emphatically says "No".

There is definitely a relatable element to the emotion of motorsport in this series, and it was great to see.

Tim (Fractal Footwork) > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 20:24

So like a Petrolicious show but with a host? Cool, definitely checking out!

BlazinAce - Doctor of Internal Combustion > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 20:41

Wait, a car show with no rockstar costumes, Reality television tropes or "badtitude" flung at you in every take?

Kinja'd!!!

I'm sold!

TheStraightSixKid > Jonathon Klein
07/16/2014 at 23:05

Is there any anywhere i can watch it online.

ktonl > PCD
07/17/2014 at 00:03

Came here to post this, his best work was during The Wire - he was a huge part of why the show was so critically acclaimed. Who gives a crap about Pacific Rim and The Losers? I've never even heard of the latter. Luther was aiiight

Andrew Nier > Jonathon Klein
07/17/2014 at 01:47

Watched it as soon as I got home. Loved it.

Freddy "Tavarish" Hernandez > Jonathon Klein
07/17/2014 at 02:46

Just watched both episodes. I love that he embraced his weaknesses and even ramped it up after he crashed. He seems like an awesome dude. Thanks for the recommendation, Jonathon!

ktfright | Kinja Neighborhood Black Guy > Jonathon Klein
07/17/2014 at 03:29

I remember this, It was a great watch!

Sheriff Of American Douchetown > Kaufmania: Mark Webber's Stunt Double
07/17/2014 at 11:12

Idris rules. Fucking terrific actor in everything he does. He has presence. I had no idea he was into cars. I'll definitely be looking to watch this program, for sure.

And I've been saying this for years. He NEEDS to be cast as Green Lantern Jon Stewart in the upcoming Batman vs Superman movie. He could even be Cyborg but he would better be served as a GL. That douche, Ryan Reynolds, was a mistake as Hal. Hal is not the most humorous character. Ryan should have been cast as the wise-crackin' Wally West/Flash. Spider-Man is the king of quips, but Flash is among the least serious DC characters.

Anyway, yeah, Idris is da man.