Added to Prime Video on Thursday, May 9, 2024 In a bizarre twist of fate, machines worldwide begin to rebel against their human operators when Earth crosses the tail of the Rhea-M comet. At a North Carolina truck stop, survivors, including the ex-con Bill Robinson and waitress Brett, face off against homicidal vehicles and appliances, leading to a tense and chaotic battle for survival. Directed by Stephen King, the film blends horror with dark humor in a unique, apocalyptic showdown.
You can watch “Maximum Overdrive” on Prime Video in Canada.
Length: 98m
Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Action
This Title is: Energetic, Dark, Humorous
Cast
Emilio Estevez, Pat Hingle, Laura Harrington, Yeardley Smith
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Contains scenes of graphic violence, including a boy being run over by a steamroller and a woman shot by a machine gun, among other intense scenes.
Trivia
- The film’s director, Stephen King, makes a cameo at the beginning of the movie.
- AC/DC provided the movie’s hard-rocking soundtrack, including the iconic track “Who Made Who”.
- The infamous Green Goblin truck is one of the film’s most recognizable antagonists.
Trailer
Our Review
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“Maximum Overdrive” is a unique entry in the annals of horror, a campy yet darkly humorous take on the rebellion of machines. Directed by Stephen King, its blend of horror and action is carried by a stellar rock soundtrack from AC/DC, making it a cult favorite despite its mixed critical reception. The film suffers from some pacing issues and a less engaging second half, but remains a must-watch for fans of over-the-top 80s horror and King’s eccentric style.
