Speed Racer - Season 1 - Eps 32: Gang of Assassins (1)

Name: Eps 32: Gang of Assassins (1)
Released: 1968-01-05
Rating: 3.7

1968-01-05 • 26 min • ⭐ 7.496/10

Early morning, somewhere in Japan, a group of black three-wheeled cars approach a pagoda, which is called the Cupola Castle. Using some very sophisticated equipment, some very nimble men in black gain entry. They plant a miniature bomb in a suit of armor. During the Fujiyama Grand Prix, Racer X is gaining on Speed, who has the lead in the 30th lap. Unknown to Speed, Racer X is his older brother Rex who ran away from home years ago. Racer X comments that Speed's even better than the last time he raced against him. The Mach Five just edges out the Shooting Star to win the race. Pops says that he wishes Rex could hear about Speed's victory. Rex does know because he's standing nearby disguised as Racer X. Speed and Trixie are off to do some sightseeing. Spritle wants to go, but Pops promises to buy him a pound of candied kumquats to leave the kids alone. Speed turns on the radio as he's cruising. First the sports news which details Speed's victory in the Fujiyama Grand Prix. Notice the ord

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About Speed Racer

Title: Speed Racer

First Air Date: 1967-09-23

Last Air Date: 1968-03-15

Status: Ended

Rating: 7.496/10 (from 129 votes)

Language: JA

Seasons: 2

Total Episodes: 52

Network: Fuji TV

Genres: Animation, Family, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids, Comedy

Production Companies: Tatsunoko Production

Synopsis

Speed Racer is a teenage driver who races around the world in his super-technological car, the Mach 5, created by his father, a former racer. The car has several special features that help Speed tackle difficult terrain and get rid of dishonest opponents—which happens frequently. He experiences these adventures alongside his girlfriend Trixie, his younger brother Spridle, and his pet monkey, Chim-Chim. Together, they face thrilling challenges and show that courage and fair play make all the difference.