This documentary looks at the careers of Britain's 'golden boys' of the 1950's, Mike Hawthorn and Peter Collins, known for their lively characters and dare devil attitude to the sport and life. The programme follows their careers from Hawthorn's early days in a Riley Sports car, his breakthrough to Grand Prix success in 1953 and through the dramas and triumphs of the World Championship year in 1958. Featuring interviews with rivals and team managers of the time.