The Hitcher
"Never pick up strangers."
Originally released in 2007. The Hitcher is a crime/horror film. directed by Dave Meyers. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, and Zachary Knighton
Synopsis
While driving through the New Mexico Desert during a rainy night, college students Jim Halsey and his girlfriend Grace Andrews give a ride to a hitchhiker. While in their car, the stranger proves to be a psychopath threatening the young couple with a knife, but Jim successfully throws him out of the car. This sets off a chain of events that will change all of their lives forever.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 19, 2007
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (961 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$25.4M
2.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Sean Bean
as John Ryder
Sophia Bush
as Grace Andrews
Zachary Knighton
as Jim Halsey
Neal McDonough
as Lieutenant Esteridge
Kyle Davis
as Store Clerk
Danny Bolero
as Officer Edwards
Jeffrey Hutchinson
as Young Father
Skip O'Brien
as Harlan Bremmer Sr.
Travis Schuldt
as Harlan Bremmer Jr.
Yara Martinez
as Beth
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $25,400,000
Production Companies
- Intrepid Pictures
- Platinum Dunes
- Focus Features
- Rogue Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hitcher about?
While driving through the New Mexico Desert during a rainy night, college students Jim Halsey and his girlfriend Grace Andrews give a ride to a hitchhiker. While in their car, the stranger proves t...
Who directed The Hitcher?
The Hitcher was directed by Dave Meyers.
How long is The Hitcher?
The Hitcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Hitcher released?
The Hitcher was released on January 19, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hitcher?
The main cast of The Hitcher includes Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough, Kyle Davis.
Is The Hitcher worth watching?
The Hitcher has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 961 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.