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The Joyriders 1999

“Life is a journey… so choose the right path”

Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Director
Bradley Battersby
Networks
Noram Entertainment, Sanford/Pillsbury Productions, Joyriders Productions LLC
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 4 votes PG-13 CrimeDrama Released
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Joyriders" (1999).

Type
Film
Year
1999
Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Release date
Apr 16, 1999
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Noram Entertainment, Sanford/Pillsbury Productions, Joyriders Productions LLC
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 4 votes
Episode runtime
~100 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Noram Entertainment, Sanford/Pillsbury Productions, Joyriders Productions LLC
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Joyriders" (1999).
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Joyriders
Year: 1999
Genre: Crime and Drama
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 1h 40m
Synopsis: The close-knit relationship among a trio of homeless teenagers is changed forever after they kidnap a suicidal septuagenarian for his car and money.
Release Dates:
US release (TMDB): 04/16/1999
US/Canada limited theaters (Wikipedia): April 18, 1999
DVD release (Wikipedia): April 12, 1999
Streaming release (Rotten Tomatoes via Wikipedia): October 7, 2003
Reception: Generally positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and Moviefone.

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

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  • 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 The Joyriders worth watching?

The Joyriders holds a community rating of 4.8/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie The Joyriders and when was it released?

The Joyriders is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1999. Release status: Released.

Who directed The Joyriders?

The Joyriders was directed by Bradley Battersby.

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