Speed Racer: The Next Generation - The Beginning - Trailer

Speed Racer made an impression many years ago, his legend lives on and is ramping up to make an impact on the live action scene with a new movie starring Emile Hirsch in the iconic role. As big a splash as that film is expected to have, it is not the only place where Speed will have an impact. There is a new animated film arriving on DVD on May 5,2008, coinciding with the release of said live action film. Speed Racer: The Next Generation - The Beginning tells the story of Speed's orphaned son and his efforts to uncover clues regarding his father's disappearance. The film will also launch a series that is set to air on Nicktoons. Here is the trailer for the 90 minute feature: