For those who love the adrenaline rush of speed combined with the spine-chilling elements of horror, this curated list of films offers the perfect blend. Each film in this collection not only delivers high-speed thrills but also incorporates elements of horror, making for an intense viewing experience. Whether it's a race against time or a literal race for survival, these movies will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Duel (1971)
Description: A man driving on a lonely road is relentlessly pursued by a menacing tanker truck, creating a high-speed chase filled with suspense.
Fact: This was Steven Spielberg's first feature-length film.


Christine (1983)
Description: A possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine terrorizes its owner's enemies, with high-speed car chases and supernatural horror.
Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novel of the same name.


The Hitcher (1986)
Description: A young man picks up a hitchhiker who turns out to be a psychopath, leading to a high-speed chase across the desert.
Fact: The film was remade in 2007 with Sean Bean playing the role of the hitchhiker.


The Wraith (1986)
Description: A mysterious car appears in a small town, challenging local street racers to deadly races, blending speed with supernatural horror.
Fact: The film features a Dodge M4S Turbo Interceptor, which was specifically designed for the movie.


Speed (1994)
Description: A bus rigged with a bomb must maintain a speed above 50 mph to prevent an explosion, combining action with elements of horror.
Fact: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards and won for Best Sound Effects Editing.


Death Race (2008)
Description: In a dystopian future, prisoners are forced to race against each other in deadly cars, where the speed of the race is as terrifying as the stakes.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1975 film "Death Race 2000" and features Jason Statham in the lead role.


The Car (1977)
Description: A mysterious black car terrorizes a small town, with its speed and invincibility making it a formidable foe.
Fact: The car used in the film was a customized 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III.


Maximum Overdrive (1986)
Description: Machines come to life and terrorize humans, with trucks and other vehicles engaging in high-speed pursuits.
Fact: This was the only film directed by Stephen King, who also wrote the screenplay based on his short story "Trucks."


Joy Ride (2001)
Description: Two brothers on a road trip find themselves in a deadly game with a truck driver after playing a prank, leading to a terrifying chase.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Roadkill" during production.


Road Games (1981)
Description: A truck driver plays a deadly game of cat and mouse with a serial killer on the open road, where speed and survival are key.
Fact: The film was remade in 2015 as "Road Games" with a different plot but similar themes.
