Join the Journey of Fear: Celebrate the Iconic Legacy of The Hitcher!
In a relentless game of cat and mouse, a young driver picks up a sinister hitchhiker who turns the road into a killing ground, blurring the lines between predator and prey, thrusting innocence into a harrowing night of survival.
The Hitcher Trivia
What year was the movie "The Hitcher" released? (Medium)
#1: 1986
#2: 1990
#3: 1993
#4: 1988
What is the name of the character played by Rutger Hauer in "The Hitcher"? (Hard)
#1: John Ryder
#2: Jim Halsey
#3: Grace Andrews
#4: Lt. McKinnon
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The Hitcher Fun Facts
The Hitcher was originally planned to be a straightforward slasher film, but director Robert Harmon transformed it into a psychological thriller, emphasizing tension and suspense over gore.
Rutger Hauer improvised much of his dialogue as the titular hitchhiker, adding to the character's unpredictability and menace.
The Hitcher Polls
What's your favorite aspect of The Hitcher?
The suspenseful storyline
The memorable characters
The haunting score
The intense chase sequences
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Who is your favorite character in The Hitcher?
The Hitchhiker
Jim Halsey
Ruthie
The Truck Driver
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