Jutta | Racer. Lover. Queen.

“JUTTA” reveals the untold story of the legendary motorsports pioneer Jutta Kleinschmidt, also known as “Racing Queen”.

A self-made-woman, an adventurer, a tough as nails competitor – words can’t describe her remarkable character and outstanding racing career, which lasted almost twenty years, broke barriers and challenged gendernorms while mastering multiple racing disciplines.

This documentary dives into Kleinschmidt’s captivating andHollywood-like life path, combining thrilling Rally-racing action, quirky archival footage over three decades, and intimate access into Kleinschmidt’s romantic relationship turned rivalry with one of the sport's greatest, Jean-Louis Schlesser, culminating in her pioneering win of the Dakar Rally in 2001 as first woman (and first German) ever.

The series is designed as a blend of documentary and cinematic elements, capturing the highly emotional ups and downs of Kleinschmidt’s life interwoven with a deep dive into the adversaries and hardships of the toughest off road endurance race in the world. Comprising three episodes, each episode will be approximately 60 minutes long, allowing audiences to deeply engage withKleinschmidt’s story and the world of the Dakar.

We’ll take the viewers through the excitement and intensity of theRallye sport, exploring the intense physical, mental, and tactical challenges faced in this high-stakes sport, underscoring Jutta’s commitment and unedifying spirit to succeed. Interviews with family, supporters, rivals, journalists, sports personalities, and celebrities will provide context on the challenge sand strategies behind the sport.