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Joyride 1997

“Would you kill for the ride of your life?”

Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Director
Quinton Peeples
Network
Trillion Entertainment
Where to Stream
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What is Joyride?

Joyride is a 1997 film categorized as a comedy, drama, and thriller. The story follows a bored motel clerk and his friends who decide to take a woman's car for a joyride.

Type
Film
Year
1997
Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Release date
Nov 18, 1997
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Trillion Entertainment
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Thriller
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★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 41 votes
Episode runtime
~93 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Trillion Entertainment
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Joyride is a 1997 film categorized as a comedy, drama, and thriller. The story follows a bored motel clerk and his friends who decide to take a woman's car for a joyride. The group includes the motel owner's son, J.T., his best friend James, and an aspiring model named Tanya. The vehicle belongs to a motel visitor identified as Ms. Smith. Unbeknownst to the group, the car owner is a paid assassin who is transporting her latest victim in the trunk. This discovery forces the clerk into a dangerous situation involving a world of lies and murder. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and was released in the United States on November 18, 1997. The production features Christine Naify in the role of Ms. Smith. The narrative explores the consequences of the group's actions as they transition from a casual drive to becoming entangled in the criminal activities of their passenger.

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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Joyride worth watching?

Joyride holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 41 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Joyride and when was it released?

Joyride is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

Who directed Joyride?

Joyride was directed by Quinton Peeples.

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