Joy Ride (2001)
Three young people on a road trip from Colorado to New Jersey talk to a trucker on their CB radio, then must escape when he turns out to be a psychotic killer.
- John Dahl
- Brenda K. Wachel
- Eric Heffron
- Marisa Ferrey
- Jeff Shiffman
- Brian E. Frankish
- Terry Leonard
- Carla Brand Breitner
- J.J. Abrams
- Clay Tarver
Rating: 6.501/10 by 1185 users
Alternative Title:
Une virée en enfer - FR
Roadkill - GB
Joyride - US
Kéjutazás - HU
Virée d'enfer - CA
死神勾线 - CN
惊心之旅 - CN
玩出祸 - CN
Joy Ride 1 - CA
Frecuencia Mortal - SV
Jízda do pekel - CZ
Joy Ride - Spritztour - DE
Perseguição - BR
Country:
United States of America
Language:
English
Runtime: 01 hour 37 minutes
Budget: $23,000,000
Revenue: $36,642,838
Plot Keyword: chase, gas station, stalking, psychological thriller, killer, truck driver, cb radio, road rage, psycho killer, brothers
On a whim, decided to watch this one after a long while and still an okay thriller. Doesn't make sense how Rusty Nail is able to keep track of the three leads though but still found it entertaining enough. **3.25/5**
Joy Ride (2001) delivers an engaging start with a suspenseful and thrilling first act, but it loses its edge as the story progresses. Paul Walker shines as Lewis, grounding the film with a solid performance, while Steve Zahn’s portrayal of Fuller occasionally feels over the top. The suspense and tension are well-executed for much of the film, keeping viewers on edge, but the final act doesn’t live up to the buildup. The ending feels rushed and lacks the punch needed to leave a lasting impression. While entertaining, the movie falls short of its full potential with a script that could have used a stronger conclusion.
