The inspiring true story of Wendell Scott, the first African American NASCAR driver, who returns from World War II to find his hometown unchanged. With a new taxi business venture, he masters the county roads and discovers an opportunity with high stakes. An invitation to a local race track sets him on a path to become a race car driver, as he navigates the racial boundaries of 1950s America and fights for equality, fairness, and the American dream.
Greased Lightning
Wendell Scott's remarkable true story unfolds as he makes history by becoming the first African American to win an upper tier NASCAR race, paving the way for future generations of drivers.