List of All Road Movies

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Updated April 11, 2024 84.2K views

This is a road movies list that contains all road trip movies ever made. It is a complete list of all road films, family road movies, and cross country road comedies. You can sort the road movies list by release year, director, actor, or alphabetically. You can also import them into your own list and rank them yourself. These may inspire you to take a road trip yourself!

So what are some of the best road trip movies? Well, you can't discount flicks like About Schmidt, On the Road, Dumb and Dumber and the 1960s classic, Easy Rider. And if you love these movies, be sure to check out our list of the best car movies.

  • About Schmidt

    About Schmidt

    Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney
    Warren Schmidt (Jack Nicholson) has arrived at several of life's crossroads all at the same time. To begin with, he is retiring from a lifetime of service as an actuary for Woodmen of the World Insurance Company, and he feels utterly adrift. Furthermore, his only daughter Jeannie (Hope Davis) is about to marry a boob. And his wife Helen (June Squibb) dies suddenly after 42 years of marriage.
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  • Are We There Yet?

    Are We There Yet?

    Ice Cube, Nia Long, Jay Mohr
    Attempting to win the favor of the newly divorced Suzanne (Nia Long), Nick (Ice Cube) offers to accompany her children, Lindsey (Aleisha Allen) and Kevin (Philip Bolden), on a flight from Portland, Ore., to Canada to see their mother. A mishap with a corkscrew and a metal detector gets the troupe banned from the flight, however, so Nick is forced to drive the kids in his prized Lincoln Navigator. Tensions inevitably rise during the long road trip, but Nick is not to be deterred.
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  • Backseat

    Backseat

    Malcolm Goodwin, Aubrey Dollar, Christopher Carley
  • Badlands

    Badlands

    Martin Sheen, Sissy Spacek, Warren Oates
    In Badlands, Kit Carruthers (Martin Sheen) is an aimless young man who meets and falls for teenage baton twirler, Holly Sargis (Sissy Spacek). Based on the real-life Starkweather-Fugate killing spree of the 1950s, their story spirals into a violent journey across the Midwest badlands. This crime drama, directed by Terrence Malick in his directorial debut, was nominated for the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival. The film is noted for its cinematic beauty and its exploration of sociopathic disconnection, making it a standout entry in the New Hollywood era.
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  • Beavis and Butt-head Do America

    Beavis and Butt-head Do America

    Mike Judge, Bruce Willis, Demi Moore
    Beavis (Mike Judge) and Butt-head (also Mike Judge), two dim-witted teenagers, embark on a cross-country adventure in the animated comedy Beavis and Butt-head Do America. A stolen television sets off the journey, leading them into a web of government agents, dangerous criminals, and a weapon of mass destruction. The pair's ignorance fuels their odyssey, creating comedic chaos at every turn. The movie is an expansion of the popular MTV series, blending its signature humor with a larger narrative. Directed by creator Mike Judge himself, this film takes Beavis and Butt-head's idiocy to grander, more hilarious heights.
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  • Blues Brothers 2000

    Blues Brothers 2000

    Dan Aykroyd, John Goodman, Joe Morton
    The now-brotherless Ellwood Blues (Dan Aykroyd) is finally out of prison, attempting to reunite the old band and find a few new partners in crime (John Goodman), (J. Evan Bonifant). In this sequel to the original "Blues Brothers" comedy/musical, Ellwood battles the Chicago police, sings and dances his way out of numerous sticky situations, and manages to get the old band on the road for a hair-raising adventure.
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  • Bonnie and Clyde

    Bonnie and Clyde

    Warren Beatty, Faye Dunaway, Michael J. Pollard
    Dive into the thrilling world of Bonnie and Clyde, a compelling biographical crime film. The movie traces the life of notorious outlaws Bonnie Parker (Faye Dunaway) and Clyde Barrow (Warren Beatty), a couple whose crime spree during the Great Depression captivated America. With a narrative that seamlessly intertwines action, drama, and romance, this film scooped ten Academy Award nominations, winning two. Director Arthur Penn masterfully paints a picture of two individuals rebelling against the system, their daring escapades making them folk heroes in some circles. Experience a remarkable blend of historical accuracy and storytelling prowess in this cinematic gem.
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  • Broken Flowers

    Broken Flowers

    Bill Murray, Jeffrey Wright, Sharon Stone
    When his latest girlfriend (Julie Delpy) leaves him, retired computer magnate Don Johnston (Bill Murray) has no greater ambition than to sit around the house. When he receives an anonymous letter from a former girlfriend claiming he has a 19-year-old son he's never met, Don doesn't even think to follow up. It's not until his neighbor, a mystery fan, encourages him that Don resolves to visit the exes who seem the most likely candidates and find out the truth.
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  • The Long Dumb Road

    The Long Dumb Road

    Tony Revolori, Jason Mantzoukas, Taissa Farmiga
    The Long Dumb Road is a 2018 American road trip comedy film directed by Hannah Fidell. After Nathan (Tony Revolori) and Richard (Jason Mantzoukas) serendipitously meet at a time when they both find themselves at personal crossroads, they decide to embark on an unplanned road trip together across the American Southwest.
  • College Road Trip

    College Road Trip

    Martin Lawrence, Raven-Symoné, Donny Osmond
    Police chief and hyper-protective father James (Martin Lawrence) drives his teenage daughter, Melanie (Raven-Symoné), from their home in Chicago to a college interview in Washington, D.C. En route, they meet disturbingly cheerful parent Doug (Donny Osmond), their car breaks down and he finds his son and pet pig stowed away in the trunk. What's worse, James gets caught spying on his daughter at a sorority house. Despite the chaos, James begins to realize that his baby girl has grown up.
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  • Crossroads

    Crossroads

    Britney Spears, Anson Mount, Zoe Saldana
    The story of three childhood friends, Lucy (Britney Spears), Kit (Zoe Saldana) and Mimi (Taryn Manning), who, after eight years apart, rediscover their friendship on a cross-country trip. With barely a plan, practically no money but plenty of dreams, the girls catch a lift with Mimi's handsome friend Ben (Anson Mount) in his convertible. Along the way they not only gather experiences that will change their lives, but they also discover how important it is to hold onto their hearts' desires.
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  • Detour

    Detour

    Tom Neal, Ann Savage, Claudia Drake
    In New York, piano player Al Roberts (Tom Neal) laments when his singer girlfriend, Sue Harvey (Claudia Drake), leaves for Hollywood, Calif. When Al gets some money, he decides to hitchhike to California to join Sue. In Arizona, Al accepts a ride with Charles Haskell (Edmund MacDonald), but during a storm in a freak accident, Haskell is killed. Frightened, Al assumes Haskell's identity and car, but soon comes upon the mysterious Vera (Ann Savage), who seems to know all about his true identity.
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  • Diamonds

    Diamonds

    Shelley Winters, Barbara Hershey, Robert Shaw
    Diamonds is a 1975 Israeli-American heist film. Robert Shaw stars in a dual role as twin brothers. Richard Roundtree, Barbara Hershey and Shelley Winters are co-stars. The film was also released as Diamond Shaft, although it has no relation to the Shaft films other than having Roundtree in the cast.
  • Duel

    Duel

    Dennis Weaver, Tim Herbert, Charles Seel
    David Mann (Dennis Weaver), a mild mannered electronics salesman, is driving cross-country on a two-lane highway when he encounters an old oil tanker driven by an unseen driver who seems to enjoy annoying him with dangerous antics on the road. Unable to escape the demonic big rig, David finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the monstrous truck. When the pursuit escalates to deadly levels, David must summon his inner warrior and turn the tables on his tormentor.
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  • Dumb and Dumber

    Dumb and Dumber

    Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Lauren Holly
    In the comedic masterpiece Dumb and Dumber, Harry Dunne (Jeff Daniels) and Lloyd Christmas (Jim Carrey) are two dim-witted best friends who embark on a cross-country journey to return a briefcase full of money. Unaware that it's intended as ransom for a crime boss's wife, their adventure spirals into a series of hilarious misunderstandings. This Farrelly Brothers-directed film cleverly embraces slapstick humor while showcasing the undeniable chemistry between its lead actors. Despite their characters' low intellect, both Carrey and Daniels deliver performances filled with heart, making this quintessential 90s comedy a memorable ride from start to finish.
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  • Easy Rider

    Easy Rider

    Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, Jack Nicholson
    Easy Rider is a 1969 American independent road drama film directed by Dennis Hopper. Wyatt (Peter Fonda) and Billy (Dennis Hopper) are freewheeling motorcyclists that sell cocaine smuggled from Mexico and set out to ride eastward aiming to reach New Orleans, Louisiana, in time for the Mardi Gras festival.
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  • Fandango

    Fandango

    Kevin Costner, Judd Nelson, Sam Robards
    Gardner Barnes (Kevin Costner) is a young Texan who has just graduated from college and is unsure of what to do next. Along with his friends, collectively known as the Groovers, Gardner embarks on a road trip to the Rio Grande as a last hurrah for the group. As the trip progresses, Gardner and his buddies, including Kenneth Waggener (Sam Robards) and Phil Hicks (Judd Nelson), struggle with their impending adulthood and the looming issue of the Vietnam War.
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  • Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

    Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

    Johnny Depp, Benicio Del Toro, Craig Bierko
    In Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, journalist Raoul Duke (Johnny Depp) embarks on a wild, drug-fueled trip to Las Vegas with his eccentric lawyer, Dr. Gonzo (Benicio Del Toro). Ostensibly there to cover a motorcycle race for a magazine, the duo instead dive deep into the heart of the American Dream, fueled by a suitcase full of mind-altering substances. This psychedelic adventure, directed by Terry Gilliam, is an adaptation of Hunter S. Thompson's classic 1971 novel. It's a darkly comedic exploration of excess and escapism, capturing the spirit of its source material with surreal visuals and chaotic narrative twists.
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  • Five Easy Pieces

    Five Easy Pieces

    Jack Nicholson, Karen Black, Susan Anspach
    Rejecting his cultured upper-class background as a classical pianist, Robert Dupea (Jack Nicholson) opts for a blue-collar existence, working in a California oil field and spending time with his waitress girlfriend, Rayette (Karen Black). But when Robert discovers that his father is gravely ill, he wants to reunite with his estranged family in the state of Washington. He and Rayette take a road trip that brings the two paths of his life to an uncomfortable intersection.
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  • Forces of Nature

    Forces of Nature

    Sandra Bullock, Ben Affleck, Maura Tierney
    All Ben Holmes (Ben Affleck) wants to do is make it from New York to Savannah, Ga., in time for his wedding. When a seagull and a hurricane ruin any chance he has of flying there, Holmes reluctantly joins the quirky Sarah Lewis (Sandra Bullock) in a rental car for a road trip back to his waiting bride-to-be, Bridget Cahill (Maura Tierney). But nature seems to conspire against his every attempt at a timely return -- and in the meantime, he finds himself growing closer to Sarah.
  • Go

    Go

    Desmond Askew, Taye Diggs, William Fichtner
    Grocery store clerk Simon (Desmond Askew) occasionally sells drugs from his cash register at work, so when soap opera actors Adam (Scott Wolf) and Zack (Jay Mohr) come looking for Ecstasy on a quiet Christmas Eve, they are surprised to find Ronna (Sarah Polley) covering his shift. Desperate for money, Ronna decides to become an impromptu drug dealer, unaware that Adam and Zack are secretly working for obsessed narcotics officer Burke (William Fichtner).
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  • Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle

    Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle

    John Cho, Kal Penn, Paula Garcés
    Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle is a comedy adventure film that follows the journey of Harold Lee (John Cho) and Kumar Patel (Kal Penn). The plot revolves around their quest for the perfect burger from White Castle, which turns into an unexpected night full of absurd encounters. Their simple craving transforms into an epic odyssey filled with bizarre obstacles and hilarious misadventures. Despite its comedic surface, the film subtly explores themes of racial stereotypes and societal expectations. Released in 2004, this movie has since spawned several sequels, establishing itself as a cult classic within the stoner comedy genre.
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  • It Happened One Night

    It Happened One Night

    Claudette Colbert, Clark Gable, Walter Connolly
    In Frank Capra's acclaimed romantic comedy, spoiled heiress Ellie Andrews (Claudette Colbert) impetuously marries the scheming King Westley, leading her tycoon father (Walter Connolly) to spirit her away on his yacht. After jumping ship, Ellie falls in with cynical newspaper reporter Peter Warne (Clark Gable), who offers to help her reunite with her new husband in exchange for an exclusive story. But during their travels, the reporter finds himself falling for the feisty young heiress.
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  • Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back

    Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back

    Ben Affleck, Jeff Anderson, Diedrich Bader
    Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, a comedy directed by Kevin Smith, centers on the shenanigans of two characters: Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith). When they discover a movie is being made about their comic book alter egos, Bluntman and Chronic, they set out to sabotage it. Along the way, they encounter an array of colorful characters, including Federal Wildlife Marshal Willenholly (Will Ferrell) and Justice (Shannon Elizabeth), a jewel thief with a heart of gold. This comedic romp takes the duo from New Jersey to Hollywood in a zany quest for justice.
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  • Jeepers Creepers

    Jeepers Creepers

    Gina Philips, Justin Long, Jonathan Breck
    In Jeepers Creepers, brother and sister duo, Trish (Gina Philips) and Darry Jenner (Justin Long), find themselves ensnared in a heart-pounding struggle for survival against an ancient creature known as The Creeper. While returning home from college on a seemingly innocuous country road, they encounter the beast, awakening their worst nightmares. Director Victor Salva skillfully crafts this horror film into a chilling exploration of primal fear. The movie's unsettling tone is further enhanced by Francis Ford Coppola's role as the executive producer. As the plot unfolds, the siblings' courage and resourcefulness are tested to their limits. This film stands out for its unique fusion of terror and suspense, drawing upon traditional horror tropes while delivering unexpected twists.
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  • Johnson Family Vacation

    Johnson Family Vacation

    Cedric the Entertainer, Vanessa Williams, Solange Knowles
    Separated from his beautiful wife (Vanessa L. Williams), Nate Johnson (Cedric the Entertainer) wants to make amends with her and spend time with his kids, finding the perfect chance for bonding in a cross-country trip to a family reunion. Convincing them all to join in on the journey, Nate takes the Johnson clan on a trek from California to Missouri, but they encounter various strange situations and eccentrics along the way, including a quirky hitchhiker (Shannon Elizabeth).
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  • Joy Ride

    Joy Ride

    Steve Zahn, Paul Walker, Leelee Sobieski
    It's summer break and college freshman Lewis Thomas (Paul Walker) has decided to embark on a cross-country road trip to pick up the girl of his dreams, Venna (Leelee Sobieski). But Lewis' romantic hopes hit a detour when he stops on the way to rescue his older brother, Fuller (Steve Zahn), who goads him into playing a practical joke on a lonely trucker, over a CB radio. Now, that trucker, an unseen and terrifying force known only by his CB handle, Rusty Nail, wants the last laugh and revenge.
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  • Kalifornia

    Kalifornia

    Brad Pitt, Juliette Lewis, David Duchovny
    Brian Kessler (David Duchovny) is a writer, and his girlfriend, Carrie Laughlin (Michelle Forbes), is a photographer. They're working on a book about serial killers, and planning a trip across the country to document the sites of famous serial murders. To cut costs, they set up a ride-share with strangers, Early Grayce (Brad Pitt) and his girlfriend, Adele Corners (Juliette Lewis). But what they don't know is that Early is a violent sociopath in the middle of his own serial killing spree.
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  • Kingpin

    Kingpin

    Woody Harrelson, Randy Quaid, Vanessa Angel
    In the offbeat comedy Kingpin, former bowling prodigy Roy Munson (Woody Harrelson) finds his promising career cut short by a vengeful rival, Ernie McCracken (Bill Murray). Years later, living in obscurity and with a prosthetic hand, Munson chances upon Ishmael (Randy Quaid), an Amish man with a striking talent for bowling. Seeing an opportunity to redeem himself, Munson takes Ishmael under his wing. The pair sets off on a cross-country journey filled with bizarre escapades and unexpected encounters, aiming for a showdown with McCracken at a million-dollar tournament. This Farrelly Brothers' film offers a laugh-out-loud exploration of the unlikely heroes in the world of professional bowling.
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  • La Strada

    La Strada

    Anthony Quinn, Giulietta Masina, Richard Basehart
    La Strada is a 1954 Italian drama film directed by Federico Fellini from his own screenplay co-written with Tullio Pinelli and Ennio Flaiano. The film portrays a brutish strongman and the naĂŻve young woman whom he buys from her mother and takes with him on the road; encounters with his rival the Fool end with their destruction. Fellini has called La Strada "a complete catalogue of my entire mythological world, a dangerous representation of my identity that was undertaken with no precedent whatsoever." As a result, the film demanded more time, effort and suffering than any of his other films, before or since. The development process was long and tortuous; it was extremely difficult to secure financial backing; casting proved problematic; injuries, personnel changes and inclement weather disrupted the production schedule more than once; budget shortages constantly plagued the director and his production supervisor, forcing them to take extraordinary measures to keep going. Finally, just before shooting was completed, Fellini suffered a nervous breakdown that necessitated medical treatment in order to complete principal photography.
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