Maximum Overdrive

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When machines go berserk, a ragtag group at Dixie Boy Truck Stop battles killer appliances and maniacal semis, orchestrated by a malevolent comet. Emilio Estevez steps up, trying to survive this turbo-charged, apocalyptic thrill ride!

Maximum Overdrive Trivia

Who directed the 1986 horror film "Maximum Overdrive"? (Hard)
#1: Wes Craven
#2: John Carpenter
#3: Stephen King
#4: Tobe Hooper
What is the name of the short story by Stephen King that "Maximum Overdrive" is based on? (Genius)
#1: Trucks
#2: Cars
#3: Machines
#4: Engines
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Maximum Overdrive Fun Facts

Stephen King directed Maximum Overdrive and has admitted he was coked out of his mind the entire time.
A lawnmower on set malfunctioned and hurt a piece of wood, which was then thrown out and struck a director of photography, leading to his vision in one eye being permanently impaired.

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May, 1973

Stephen King publishes 'Trucks' short story

Stephen King publishes the short story 'Trucks' in the May 1973 issue of Cavalier magazine, which later inspires the movie Maximum Overdrive.

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July 29, 1986

Release of Maximum Overdrive

Maximum Overdrive, directed by Stephen King in his directorial debut, is released in theaters.

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1987

Maximum Overdrive home video release

The movie Maximum Overdrive is released on home video formats, increasing its audience beyond theatrical release.

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