Los Angeles: Hollywood star Keanu Reeves says motorcycle racing has taught him valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance and pursuing a shared vision, as he gears up for the release of his new documentary series, Hooligans: The ARCH Racing Project.
The six-part series follows Reeves, 61, and his longtime friend and custom motorcycle builder Gard Hollinger as their company, ARCH Motorcycle, competes in the Super Hooligan National Championship. The first episode premiered on July 12.
Reeves said working with Hollinger was a natural choice after experiencing one of his custom-built motorcycles for the first time.
“Gard built an incredible custom motorcycle, and when I rode it, I felt it deserved to be shared with the world,” Reeves said. “I love riding motorcycles, telling stories and being part of something meaningful. This project brought all of those passions together.”
Beyond showcasing high-performance bikes, the series aims to highlight the dedication and personal journeys of the racers behind the helmets.
Hollinger said the documentary offers viewers a chance to connect with the people who compete in the demanding sport.
“People usually see racers in helmets and protective gear, but this series lets audiences meet the individuals behind them, hear their stories and understand the commitment and challenges it takes to reach that level of competition,” he said.
Reeves described the project as a celebration of collaboration and determination.
“It’s about building a team, having ambition and a vision, creating something you truly love, sharing it with others and overcoming obstacles together,” he said.
The duo also welcomed the growing popularity of motorsports in mainstream entertainment, pointing to recent films such as F1, starring Brad Pitt and Javier Bardem.
While praising the film’s striking visuals, Hollinger noted that their own racing journey is more modest in scale. Reeves jokingly added that if anyone in their team resembled a movie character, Hollinger could play the team owner—just like Javier Bardem’s role in F1.
With inputs from IANS