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From TMDb members · 2 total- JPV8527/10
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**
- RalphRahal6/10
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.…
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Joy Ride
“It started as a joke. Now the joke is on them.”
65%
Movie
1h 37m
AI Analysis
Joy Ride (2001) — AI movie analysis
WatchMind AI generated this AI analysis of Joy Ride (2001) — a movie tagged as Mystery, Thriller, and Drama with tense moods and fast-paced pacing.
Story & themes: 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. Our models also surface themes such as identity, conflict, and relationships from synopsis and genre signals.
Watch context: Best suited for solo focused viewing. Expect fast-paced storytelling (~97 min).
Community signal: TMDb members rate Joy Ride 65% (1,344 votes) — solid community ratings for this movie.
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Synopsis
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.
Quick facts
- Type
- Movie
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- 2001-10-05
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- TMDB rating
- 6.5
- TMDB ID
- 10866
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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.
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The official runtime for Joy Ride is approximately 97 minutes.
Cast & crew
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Directors & writers
Cast
Steve Zahn
Fuller
Paul Walker
Lewis
Leelee Sobieski
Venna
Jessica Bowman
Charlotte
Stuart Stone
Danny (Lewis's Roommate)
Basil Wallace
Car Salesman
Brian Leckner
Officer Keeney
Mary Wickliffe
Salt Lake City Police Desk Clerk
- M
McKenzie Satterthwaite
Asst. Salt Lake City Police Desk Clerk
Dell Yount
Gas Station Mechanic
- K
Kenneth White
Ronald Ellinghouse
- L
Luis Cortés
Night Manager
Michael McCleery
Officer Akins
Jim Beaver
Sheriff Ritter
Rachel Singer
Gas Station Manager
- S
Satch Huizenga
Ice Truck Man
Terry Leonard
Bartender
James MacDonald
Local in Nebraska Bar
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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.
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