Rest Stop
“The First Stop on the Road to Hell”
Synopsis
In Texas, the aspirant actress Nicole Carrow runs away home to Los Angeles with her boyfriend Jess Hilts. They drive through a shortcut in an old road, and when they park in a rest stop, Jess is abducted by the sadistic driver of an old yellow truck. Along the night, Nicole is threatened by the sick maniac, while mysterious things happen to her in the place.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Shiban
- Screenplay & Story
- John Shiban
- Original Score
- Bear McCreary
- Original Title
- Rest Stop
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Papazian-Hirsch Entertainment International, Flame Ventures, Raw Feed
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Shiban
John Shiban
Bear McCreary
Mark Vargo
Richard Byard
John Shiban, Tony Krantz, James Hirsch, Reece Pearson, Shawn Papazian
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Krantz
Producer
John Shiban
Director
Reece Pearson
Producer
Richard Byard
Editor
Shawn Papazian
Producer
Daniel Myrick
Producer
Mark Vargo
Director of Photography
Bear McCreary
Original Music Composer
Phil Dagort
Production Design
John Shiban
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rest Stop
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rest Stop about?
In Texas, the aspirant actress Nicole Carrow runs away home to Los Angeles with her boyfriend Jess Hilts. They drive through a shortcut in an old road, and when they park in a rest stop, Jess is abducted by the sadistic driver of an old yellow truck. Along the night, Nicole is threatened by the sick maniac, while mysterious things happen to her in the place.
Who directed Rest Stop?
Rest Stop was directed by John Shiban.
Who stars in Rest Stop?
The principal cast of Rest Stop includes Jaimie Alexander, Joey Mendicino, Deanna Russo, Diane Salinger, Curtis Taylor.
When was Rest Stop released and how long is it?
Rest Stop was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Rest Stop?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rest Stop was composed by Bear McCreary.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rest Stop?
Rest Stop holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).