Joy Ride
2001, English. Directed by John Dahl.
It started as a joke. Now the joke is on them.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 1,457 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Joy Ride
Joy Ride is streaming on Netflix in India.
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NetflixAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
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Cast & crew
- John DahlDirector
- Steve ZahnFuller
- Paul WalkerLewis
- Leelee SobieskiVenna
- Jessica BowmanCharlotte
- Stuart StoneDanny (Lewis's Roommate)
- Basil WallaceCar Salesman
- Brian LecknerOfficer Keeney
- Mary WickliffeSalt Lake City Police Desk Clerk
- McKenzie SatterthwaiteAsst. Salt Lake City Police Desk Clerk
- Dell YountGas Station Mechanic
- Kenneth WhiteRonald Ellinghouse
- Luis CortésNight Manager
Details
- Released
- 5 October 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Clay Tarver, J.J. Abrams
- Budget
- $23M
- Box office
- $37M
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Joy Ride: quick answers
What comes after Joy Ride?
Next in the series: Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead (2009) and Joy Ride 3 (2014).
Is Joy Ride worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 1,457 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Joy Ride?
Joy Ride runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Joy Ride have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Joy Ride. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Joy Ride parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Joy Ride is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Joy Ride on?
Joy Ride is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Joy Ride?
If you liked Joy Ride, try Righteous Kill, The Client, The Ritual Killer.
Who directed Joy Ride?
Joy Ride (2001) was directed by John Dahl and stars Steve Zahn, Paul Walker, Leelee Sobieski.