---
title: "Joyride"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/joyride-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 48319
imdb_id: "tt0119426"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 41
content_rating: "R"
---

# Joyride (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/joyride-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Sky Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Quinton Peeples
- **Networks / Studios**: Trillion Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tobey Maguire** as *J.T.*
- **Amy Hathaway** as *Tanya*
- **Wilson Cruz** as *James*
- **Christina Zilber** as *Smith*
- **Adam West** as *Harold*
- **Benicio del Toro** as *Detective Lopez*
- **James Karen** as *The Client / Mayor*
- **Steven Gilborn** as *Arthur*
- **Judson Mills** as *Redneck Joey*
- **J.P. Bumstead** as *Dr. Brewer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Joyride online?
Joyride is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed Joyride?
Joyride was directed by Quinton Peeples.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Joyride — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/48319)
- [Joyride (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119426/fullcredits/)
- [Joyride (1997 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joyride_(1997_film))
- [Joyride (1997) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/48319-joyride/cast)
- [Catching up with Kristen Stewart](https://www.avclub.com/catching-up-with-kristen-stewart-1851257766)

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