The Art of Racing in the Rain

If you want romantic drama that respects your intelligence, The Art of Racing in the Rain is available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus and YouTube TV right now. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. 1,691 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Kevin Costner's performance makes the emotional stakes feel real, not manufactured. Available now on Disney Plus — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

There is a reason The Art of Racing in the Rain keeps coming up in conversation. The Art of Racing in the Rain treats its central relationship as something worth taking seriously. A family dog – with a near-human soul and a philosopher's mind – evaluates his life through the lessons learned by his human owner, a race-car driver. The chemistry between Kevin Costner and Milo Ventimiglia is the real engine here. It hit screens in 2019. Romance lives or dies on chemistry, and The Art of Racing in the Rain has it in the cast combination that the writers chose to put at the centre of everything. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

For anyone who wants romantic drama that respects their intelligence, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a strong recommendation. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Kevin Costner is the anchor, and the work here is one of the more understated achievements in their career. The kind of thing you finish and immediately want more of.