The Hitcher 1986
“The terror starts the moment he stops.”
What is The Hitcher?
The Hitcher is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Horror, Action, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 17, 1986
- Studios
- Feldman/Meeker Productions
- Genres
- Horror, Action, Thriller
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Overview
The Hitcher is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Horror, Action, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Feldman/Meeker Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A weary driver’s chance encounter with a stranger turns into a nightmarish pursuit.”
- Atmospheric tension on a stormy road
- Rutger Hauer’s chilling performance
- Effective blend of horror and thriller elements
- Graphic violence may be intense for some viewers
- R rating limits younger audiences
Watch it if you enjoy tense, character‑driven chase thrillers with a menacing antagonist.
The film is a gritty, suspense‑filled horror thriller with strong violent and unsettling scenes, suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Hitcher (1986)?
The film was directed by Robert Harmon.
Who wrote the screenplay?
Eric Red is credited as the writer.
Which actor portrays the murderous hitchhiker?
Rutger Hauer plays the title character.
What is the protagonist’s occupation in the story?
Jim is a driver transporting a luxury car from Chicago to California.
What is the film’s rating and runtime?
It is rated R and has a runtime of approximately 1 hour 38 minutes.
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