Joy Ride

It started as a joke. Now the joke is on them.

6.5
20011h 37m

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.

Production

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Trailers & Videos

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Joy Ride (2001) (Theatrical Trailer)

Cast

Photo of Paul Walker

Paul Walker

Lewis Thomas

Photo of Steve Zahn

Steve Zahn

Fuller Thomas

Photo of Ted Levine

Ted Levine

Rusty Nail (voice) (uncredited)

Photo of Michael McCleery

Michael McCleery

Officer Akins

Photo of Dell Yount

Dell Yount

Gas Station Mechanic

Photo of Rachel Singer

Rachel Singer

Gas Station Manager

Photo of Jim Beaver

Jim Beaver

Sheriff Ritter

Photo of Stuart Stone

Stuart Stone

Danny, Lewis' Roommate

Photo of Basil Wallace

Basil Wallace

Car Salesman

Photo of Brian Leckner

Brian Leckner

Officer Keeney

Photo of Mary Wickliffe

Mary Wickliffe

Salt Lake City Police Desk Clerk

Photo of Terry Leonard

Terry Leonard

Bartender

Photo of Gwenda Deacon

Gwenda Deacon

Truck Stop Waitress

Photo of Hugh Dane

Hugh Dane

Man at Door

Photo of James MacDonald

James MacDonald

Local in Nebraska Bar

Photo of Walton Goggins

Walton Goggins

Cop (uncredited)

Photo of Matthew Kimbrough

Matthew Kimbrough

Rusty Nail (uncredited)

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Reviews

J

JPV852

7/10

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**

R

RalphRahal

6/10

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.

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