The Hitcher
2007, English. Directed by Dave Meyers.
Never pick up strangers.
While driving through the New Mexico Desert during a rainy night, college students Jim Halsey and his girlfriend Grace Andrews give a ride to a hitchhiker. While in their car, the stranger proves to be a psychopath threatening the young couple with a knife, but Jim successfully throws him out of the car. This sets off a chain of events that will change all of their lives forever.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.9/10 from 1,050 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Hitcher
The Hitcher isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Dave MeyersDirector
- Sean BeanJohn Ryder
- Sophia BushGrace Andrews
- Zachary KnightonJim Halsey
- Neal McDonoughLieutenant Esteridge
- Kyle DavisStore Clerk
- Danny BoleroOfficer Edwards
- Jeffrey HutchinsonYoung Father
- Skip O'BrienHarlan Bremmer Sr.
- Travis SchuldtHarlan Bremmer Jr.
- Yara MartinezBeth
- Lauren CohnMarlene
- Kurt GrossiOfficer Franklin
Details
- Released
- 19 January 2007
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Eric Red, Eric Bernt, Jake Wade Wall
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $25M
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What The Hitcher is based on
The Hitcher is based on The Hitcher, a 1986 film.
Film · 1986
The Hitcher
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The Hitcher: quick answers
Is The Hitcher worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 1,050 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hitcher?
The Hitcher runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does The Hitcher have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hitcher. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hitcher parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hitcher is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hitcher on?
The Hitcher isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hitcher?
If you liked The Hitcher, try Frank and Penelope, Green Room, The Hitcher.
Who directed The Hitcher?
The Hitcher (2007) was directed by Dave Meyers and stars Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton.
What is The Hitcher based on?
The Hitcher is based on The Hitcher, a 1986 film.