Riding the Bullet(2004)
The dead travel fast
Riding the Bullet Synopsis
In 1969, while studying at the University of Maine, artist Alan Parker becomes obsessed with death. Believing he is losing his girlfriend, he tries to commit suicide on his birthday but his friends manage to stop him. He receives news that his mother has had a stroke and decides to hitchhike to visit her at the hospital.
Riding the Bullet (2004) is a drama, horror and thriller film directed by Mick Garris, released on October 15, 2004 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Jonathan Jackson, Barbara Hershey, David Arquette and Erika Christensen. Viewers rate it 5.1 out of 10 across 225 ratings.
- Director:
- Mick Garris
- Writers:
- Mick Garris, Stephen King
- Producers:
- Vicki Sotheran, Greg Malcolm, Brad Krevoy
- Cinematographer:
- Robert C. New
- Composer:
- Nicholas Pike
- Production:
- Motion Picture Corporation of America, Apollo Productions
- Budget:
- $5,000,000
- Revenue:
- $264,505
- Status:
- Released
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Riding the Bullet (2004) Trailer
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Riding the Bullet Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jonathan Jackson
as Alan Parker
Barbara Hershey
as Jean Parker
David Arquette
as George Staub
Erika Christensen
as Jessica Hadley
Cliff Robertson
as Farmer
Nicky Katt
as Ferris
Matt Frewer
as Mr. Clarkson
Barry W. Levy
as Julian Parker
- Jackson Warris
Jackson Warris
as Alan, Age 6
Jeffrey Ballard
as Alan, Age 12
Peter LaCroix
as Mature Alan
Chris Gauthier
as Hector Passmore
Key crew
Directed by Mick Garris, written by Mick Garris and Stephen King, produced by Vicki Sotheran, Greg Malcolm and Brad Krevoy.
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Riding the Bullet Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.1/10 from 225 ratings.
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Riding the Bullet – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Riding the Bullet online?
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Riding the Bullet (2004) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Riding the Bullet?
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The main cast of Riding the Bullet (2004) includes Jonathan Jackson, Barbara Hershey, David Arquette, Erika Christensen and Cliff Robertson. The film was directed by Mick Garris. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Riding the Bullet released?
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Riding the Bullet was released on October 15, 2004 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Riding the Bullet worth watching?
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Riding the Bullet (2004) holds an average rating of 5.1 out of 10 from 225 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, horror and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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