Roadkill (1989): cast, story & where to watch

1989 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1989, Roadkill is a comedy, drama, adventure and history film directed by Bruce McDonald, running about 85 minutes. “A rock'n'road movie about a girl who learns to drive.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A music promoter sends a young woman on a road trip in search of a band who hasn't been showing up for their gigs.

Who’s in it. Roadkill stars Valerie Buhagiar as Ramona, Gerry Quigley as Roy Seth, the Promoter, Larry Hudson as Buddie, the Cab Driver and Bruce McDonald as Bruce Shack, the Director, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Roadkill has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roadkill page.

If you liked it. Fans of Roadkill tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Roadkill (1989)?
In US, Roadkill is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Roadkill worth watching?
Roadkill holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Roadkill?
Roadkill stars Valerie Buhagiar, Gerry Quigley, Larry Hudson, Bruce McDonald and Shaun Bowring.
When was Roadkill released?
Roadkill was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.