Riding the Bullet
2004, English. Directed by Mick Garris.
The dead travel fast
In 1969, while studying at the University of Maine, artist Alan Parker becomes obsessed with death. Believing he is losing his girlfriend, he tries to commit suicide on his birthday but his friends manage to stop him. He receives news that his mother has had a stroke and decides to hitchhike to visit her at the hospital.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Mick GarrisDirector
- Jonathan JacksonAlan Parker
- Barbara HersheyJean Parker
- David ArquetteGeorge Staub
- Erika ChristensenJessica Hadley
- Cliff RobertsonFarmer
- Nicky KattFerris
- Matt FrewerMr. Clarkson
- Barry W. LevyJulian Parker
- Jackson WarrisAlan, Age 6
- Jeffrey BallardAlan, Age 12
- Peter LaCroixMature Alan
- Chris GauthierHector Passmore
Details
- Released
- 15 October 2004
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Mick Garris
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $265K
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What Riding the Bullet is based on
Riding the Bullet is based on Riding the Bullet (2000) by Stephen King.
2000
Riding the Bullet
By Stephen King
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Riding the Bullet: quick answers
Is Riding the Bullet worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 229 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Riding the Bullet?
Riding the Bullet runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Riding the Bullet have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Riding the Bullet. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Riding the Bullet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Riding the Bullet is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Riding the Bullet on?
Riding the Bullet isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Riding the Bullet?
If you liked Riding the Bullet, try The Suicide Theory, They, The Butterfly Effect 2.
Who directed Riding the Bullet?
Riding the Bullet (2004) was directed by Mick Garris and stars Jonathan Jackson, Barbara Hershey, David Arquette.
What is Riding the Bullet based on?
Riding the Bullet is based on Riding the Bullet (2000) by Stephen King.