

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.
Joy Ride (2001) is a mystery, thriller, and drama film directed by John Dahl. It stars Steve Zahn, Paul Walker, and Leelee Sobieski. The film runs for 1 hour 37 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.5 out of 10 from 1,395 votes.

Steve Zahn
Fuller

Paul Walker
Lewis

Leelee Sobieski
Venna

Jessica Bowman
Charlotte

Stuart Stone
Danny (Lewis's Roommate)

Basil Wallace
Car Salesman

Brian Leckner
Officer Keeney

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Joy Ride stars Steve Zahn, Paul Walker, Leelee Sobieski, and Jessica Bowman, and was directed by John Dahl.
Joy Ride has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes.
Joy Ride was released in 2001.
Joy Ride is a mystery, thriller, and drama film.
Joy Ride holds an average audience score of 6.5 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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