Joy Ride

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.

Cast

Paul Walker

as Lewis Thomas

Steve Zahn

as Fuller Thomas

Leelee Sobieski

as Venna

Ted Levine

as Rusty Nail (voice) (uncredited)

Michael McCleery

as Officer Akins

Dell Yount

as Gas Station Mechanic

Rachel Singer

as Gas Station Manager

Jim Beaver

as Sheriff Ritter

Jessica Bowman

as Charlotte

Stuart Stone

as Danny, Lewis' Roommate

Reviews

JPV852

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**...

RalphRahal

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 ten...

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