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TMDB20041h 38mDrama / Horror / Thriller

Riding the Bullet

The dead travel fast

In 1969, while studying at the University of Maine, artist Alan Parker becomes obsessed with death. Believing he is losing his girlfriend, he tries to commit suicide on his birthday but his friends manage to stop him. He receives news that his mother has had a stroke and decides to hitchhike to visit her at the hospital.

TMDB audience score

Based on 228 votes

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Availability

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Riding the Bullet at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length ยท 1h 38m

At 1h 38m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama ยท Horror ยท Thriller

TMDB files it under drama, horror, and thriller.

US availability

2 free ยท 2 to rent ยท 2 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Fawesome and Tubi TV. Listed to rent from 2 stores. Listed to buy from 2 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.1 out of 10 across 228 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Riding the Bullet tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 38m.
  • It is free to watch on Fawesome and Tubi TV in the US.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Riding the Bullet

Is Riding the Bullet scary?
MyCinema has not rated Riding the Bullet for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Riding the Bullet in the US?
Riding the Bullet is free on Fawesome and Tubi TV and can be rented from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Riding the Bullet?
Riding the Bullet runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Is Riding the Bullet suitable for kids?
Riding the Bullet is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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