Joyride
“It was fun... while it lasted!”
Synopsis
Scott, John and Suzie quit their boring jobs and depart L.A. for Alaska to pursue their dream of their own salmon fishing business. They soon find that life in Alaska is more difficult than expected as they are forced to abandon their plans and make desperate choices just to survive.
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Joyride (1977) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-03-09
Top Cast
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Desi Arnaz Jr.
Scott
Robert Carradine
John
Melanie Griffith
Susie
Anne Lockhart
Cindy Young
Tom Ligon
Sanders
Cliff Lenz
Henderson
Robert Loper
Simon Williams
Diana Grayf
Rhonda
Diane O'Mack
Debbie
Susan Ludlow
Personnel Lady
Ted D'Arms
Site Manager
Gail Rosella
Cashier
Richard Mazzola
Car Salesman
Michael O'Neill
Henderson's Assistant
Duncan Maclean
Diner Owner
Richard Riehle
Bartender
Richard Tietjen
Sam
Paul Fleming
Big Ed
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Ruben
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Rainer, Joseph Ruben
- Original Score
- Jimmie Haskell
- Original Title
- Joyride
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- American International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Ruben
Peter Rainer, Joseph Ruben
Jimmie Haskell
Stephen M. Katz
Bill Butler
Hal Landers, Bobby Roberts, Bruce Cohn Curtis, Samuel Z. Arkoff
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Ruben
Director
Peter Rainer
Writer
Bill Butler
Editor
Stephen M. Katz
Director of Photography
Joseph Ruben
Writer
Bruce Cohn Curtis
Producer
Jimmie Haskell
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joyride
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Joyride about?
Scott, John and Suzie quit their boring jobs and depart L.A. for Alaska to pursue their dream of their own salmon fishing business. They soon find that life in Alaska is more difficult than expected as they are forced to abandon their plans and make desperate choices just to survive.
Who directed Joyride?
Joyride was directed by Joseph Ruben.
Who stars in Joyride?
The principal cast of Joyride includes Desi Arnaz Jr., Robert Carradine, Melanie Griffith, Anne Lockhart, Tom Ligon.
When was Joyride released and how long is it?
Joyride was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Joyride?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Joyride was composed by Jimmie Haskell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Joyride?
Joyride holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).