Maximum Overdrive
"Imagine your worst nightmare...machines take over the world!"
Originally released in 1986. Maximum Overdrive is a horror/action film. directed by Stephen King.
Starring Emilio Estevez, Pat Hingle, and Laura Harrington
Synopsis
When a comet passes close to the earth, machines all over the world come alive and go on homicidal rampages. A group of people at a desolate truck stop are held hostage by a gang of murderous 18-wheelers. The frightened people set out to defeat the killer machines…Or be killed by them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 13, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (836 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$7.4M
0.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $7,400,000
Production Companies
- DEG
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maximum Overdrive about?
When a comet passes close to the earth, machines all over the world come alive and go on homicidal rampages. A group of people at a desolate truck stop are held hostage by a gang of murderous 18-wh...
Who directed Maximum Overdrive?
Maximum Overdrive was directed by Stephen King.
How long is Maximum Overdrive?
Maximum Overdrive has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Maximum Overdrive released?
Maximum Overdrive was released on July 13, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Maximum Overdrive?
The main cast of Maximum Overdrive includes Emilio Estevez, Pat Hingle, Laura Harrington, Yeardley Smith, John Short.
Is Maximum Overdrive worth watching?
Maximum Overdrive has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 836 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.