Joy Ride (2001) movie poster

Joy Ride (2001)

"It started as a joke. Now the joke is on them."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 74%, MC: 75) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
MysteryThrillerDrama

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Director
John Dahl
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (1,317 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Steve Zahn as Fuller
Paul Walker as Lewis
Jessica Bowman as Charlotte
Stuart Stone as Danny (Lewis's Roommate)
Basil Wallace as Car Salesman
Brian Leckner as Officer Keeney
Mary Wickliffe as Salt Lake City Police Desk Clerk
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 1,317 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Joy Ride was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • John Dahl cited several classic mystery films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Joy Ride, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Joy Ride is a 2001 mystery, thriller, drama film directed by John Dahl. 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. The film has been rated by 1,317 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a mystery film, Joy Ride delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Joy Ride (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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