The Junkman
1982, English. Directed by H.B. Halicki.
From junk cars to movie stars
As film-maker Harlan Hollis drives to a James Dean festival, he's unaware that killers are tracking his every move. The fast and furious race to avoid their net, stay alive and discover who is behind this lethal plan, will take Hollis through a fiery battle, turning highways and city streets into a blazing junkyard.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- H.B. HalickiDirector
- H.B. HalickiHarlan B. Hollis
- Christopher StoneMichael Fox
- Susan ShawSusan Clark
- Lang JeffriesArthur Wheeler
- Bruce CameronBruce
- Jack VacekJack
- Kelly BusiaKelly Hollis
- Richard L. MuseRichard Harris Hill
- Freddy CannonHimself
- Sharon McCreedyRichard's secretary
- Lynda Day GeorgeFestival News Reporter
- Dennis StoufferDennis
Details
- Released
- 28 August 1982
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- H.B. Halicki
- Budget
- $1M
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The Junkman: quick answers
What should I watch before The Junkman?
Watch Gone in 60 Seconds (1974) first.
What comes after The Junkman?
Next in the series: Deadline Auto Theft (1983) and Gone in 60 Seconds 2 (1989).
Is The Junkman worth watching?
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How long is The Junkman?
The Junkman runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does The Junkman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Junkman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Junkman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Junkman is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Junkman on?
The Junkman isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 August 1982. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Junkman?
If you liked The Junkman, try Murder at the Gallop, Hostile Takeover, How to Rob a Bank.
Who directed The Junkman?
The Junkman (1982) was directed by H.B. Halicki and stars H.B. Halicki, Christopher Stone, Susan Shaw.