Maximum Overdrive

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Writer-director Stephen King falls short in his debut at the helm with Maximum Overdrive, an absurd tale about a radiation storm that somehow animates machines across the world, causing them to turn on their makers. The film focuses on a group of survivors held captive at the Dixie Boy Diner by a group of bad-tempered semis. Led by Emilio Estevez, the diner-goers do their impression of Ten Little Indians, waiting their turn until each gets bumped off one by one. There are holes in the plot big enough for the ...
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Overview

Writer-director Stephen King falls short in his debut at the helm with Maximum Overdrive, an absurd tale about a radiation storm that somehow animates machines across the world, causing them to turn on their makers. The film focuses on a group of survivors held captive at the Dixie Boy Diner by a group of bad-tempered semis. Led by Emilio Estevez, the diner-goers do their impression of Ten Little Indians, waiting their turn until each gets bumped off one by one. There are holes in the plot big enough for the semis to drive through; for example, why don't the trucks run over the diner at the start of the film rather than wait for 90 minutes?
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Special Features

Widescreen presentation; Audio: English 5.1 (Dolby Digital) English 2.0 (Dolby Stereo); Subtitles: English; Scene selection; Digitally mastered; Interactive menus; English Closed Captioning
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 11/7/2006
  • UPC: 692865147336
  • Original Release: 1986

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  • Source: Trinity Home Ent
  • Region Code: 1
  • Time: 1:38:00
  • Format: DVD

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Emilio Estevez Bill Robinson
Pat Hingle Hendershot
Laura Harrington Brett
Yeardley Smith Connie
John Short Curt
Ellen McElduff Wanda/June
J.C. Quinn Duncan
Christopher Murney Camp Loman
Ned Austin Bridgemaster
Barry Bell Steve
John Brasington Frank
R. Pickett Bugg Rolf
Jack Canon Max
Richard Chapman Jr. Helper
Giancarlo Esposito Videoplayer
Frankie R. Faison Handy
J. Don Ferguson Andy
Bob Gooden Barry
Holter Graham Deke
Bob Gunter Coach
Bill Huggins Umpire
Stephen King Man At Cashpoint
Marla Maples 2nd Woman
Patrick Miller Joe
Leon Rippy Brad
Connie Smith
Martin Tucker 2nd Man
Technical Credits
Stephen King Director, Screenwriter, Source Author
Clifford Capone Costumes/Costume Designer
Martha de Laurentiis Producer
Steve Galich Special Effects
Dean Gates Makeup
Brian Johnson Songwriter
Todd Kasow Musical Direction/Supervision
Don Levin Executive Producer
Evan Lottman Editor
Marlana May Makeup
Roger Miller Songwriter
Armando Nannuzzi Cinematographer
Mel Pearl Executive Producer
Giorgio Postiglione Production Designer
Glenn H. Randall Jr. Stunts
Hilton Rosemarin Set Decoration/Design
Martha Schumacher Producer
Penelope Shaw Editor
Milton Subotsky Co-producer
Angus Young Songwriter
Malcolm Young Songwriter
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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Maximum Overdrive
1. Main Titles/A Situation Here! [6:43]
2. That's Some Rig [4:08]
3. Short Circuit [4:39]
4. A Close Call [3:39]
5. Is He Dead? [5:18]
6. Mechanical Revolt [4:35]
7. Duncan, Look Out! [5:16]
8. Surrounded [6:51]
9. Bombs Away! [3:58]
10. I'm Warning You! [5:42]
11. Lights Out [7:09]
12. Dead on Arrival? [6:39]
13. A Lesson in Manners [3:20]
14. You Want a War? [5:52]
15. Morris Code [2:13]
16. Risky Business [4:28]
17. The Coffee Break Is Over [4:25]
18. When I Say Run, You Run [5:15]
19. A Perfect Shot [4:37]
20. End Credits [2:36]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Maximum Overdrive
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   Scene Selection
   Set-Up
      Audio: English 5.1 (Dolby Digital)
      Audio: English 2.0 (Dolby Stereo)
      Subtitles: English
      Subtitles: None
   Trailer
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Average Rating 4.5
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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    One of my all time favorite horror flicks.

    I really loved this movie. So what if it was rated one of the worst films ever made. I still love it and I love the killer soundtrack. AC/DC is one of my favorite heavy metal bands. Horror movies and heavy metal music make an excellent combination. I'll continue watching this movie over and over.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    One of my favorites

    This is one of my favorite Stephen King movies. The movie stays with the storyline of the book which is so rare these days. Emilio Estevez is one of my favorite actors and does a bang up job with this role. Stephen King does his cameo just like Hitchcock used to do in his movies. You have to wonder if this is where the idea for the Terminator originated. The plot of the story is how machines take over. From everyday small appliances to major heavy equipment you have to think about how much our lives depend on machinery. The characters all seem to fit well into the story, even the jerk. I don't want to give away the ending so leave it to say that machines take over and a small band of people have to work out a plot to try to escape. They are pretty much at the mercy of the machines. I recommend this early Stephen King movie as one of the best.

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    Maximum Overdrive

    this was a repeat viewing.... Exciting just didn't like the kids getting hurt at the ball diamond ......

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Needs more gas!

    The movie Maximum Overdrive star Emilio Estevez and Pat Hingle who get sorrounded at a diner by trucks who drive by themselves. What do they want? Well find out. This movie is based upon Stephen King's short story Trucks and was written and directed by Stephen King himself. The music is by AC/DC.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Loved It

    Emelio Estevez was Awesome!!!!!!!! I loved the movie, it was Great!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    So fake it's good.

    I loved this movie, it's so fake that it's good. And the whole soundtrack is AC-DC. What could be better than that?

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