Desperation Road
“The road to redemption is twisted.”
Synopsis
Ex-con Russell Gaines is attempting to rebuild his life with the help of his father, Mitchell. However, the arrival of Maben sends his new life into chaos, leading the pair to go on the run - as their violent pasts catch up to them, the pair must learn to trust each other if they hope to live out the rest of their days.
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UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-18
Top Cast
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Willa Fitzgerald
Maben
Garrett Hedlund
Russell Gaines
Mel Gibson
Mitchell Gaines
Ryan Hurst
Larry
Ella A. Thomas
Sarah Magee
Woody McClain
Boyd
Kat Foster
Dana
Michael Aaron Milligan
Walt
Paulina Gálvez
Consuela
Katy Bodenhamer
Lacey
Shiloh Fernandez
Clint
Pyper Braun
Annalee
Valerie Jane Parker
Waitress
Brady Gentry
Cody
Bonita Elery
Brenda
Frank Blake
Officer Jay
Mike Seely
Sheriff
Jennifer Monce
ER Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
March 6, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nadine Crocker
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Farris Smith
- Original Score
- Haim Mazar
- Original Title
- Desperation Road
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Grindstone Entertainment Group, Capstone Pictures, Elevated Films, Hopeful Romantix Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nadine Crocker
Michael Farris Smith
Haim Mazar
Sy Turnbull
Nadine Crocker, Cassian Elwes, Michael Farris Smith, Walter Josten, Joel Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
Haim Mazar
Original Music Composer
Sy Turnbull
Director of Photography
Nadine Crocker
Producer
Cassian Elwes
Producer
Nina Chermak Rosenberg
Costume Design
Mollie Wartelle
Production Design
Frank Blake
Stunt Coordinator
Michael Farris Smith
Producer
Walter Josten
Producer
Nadine Crocker
Director
Joel Cohen
Producer
Michael Farris Smith
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Desperation Road
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What is Desperation Road about?
Ex-con Russell Gaines is attempting to rebuild his life with the help of his father, Mitchell. However, the arrival of Maben sends his new life into chaos, leading the pair to go on the run - as their violent pasts catch up to them, the pair must learn to trust each other if they hope to live out the rest of their days.
Who directed Desperation Road?
Desperation Road was directed by Nadine Crocker.
Who stars in Desperation Road?
The principal cast of Desperation Road includes Willa Fitzgerald, Garrett Hedlund, Mel Gibson, Ryan Hurst, Ella A. Thomas.
When was Desperation Road released and how long is it?
Desperation Road was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Desperation Road?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Desperation Road was composed by Haim Mazar.
Is Desperation Road based on a book or true story?
Desperation Road is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Michael Farris Smith".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Desperation Road?
Desperation Road holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).