Petrol stations, often overlooked as mere pit stops, become the unexpected battlegrounds and central hubs of action in these thrilling films. This unique setting adds an extra layer of tension and excitement, making these movies stand out in the action genre. Here's a collection of ten action films where the petrol pump is more than just a place to refuel.
Duel (1971)
Description: Although not exclusively set at a petrol station, the film's climax involves a tense standoff at one, where the protagonist confronts his mysterious tormentor.
Fact: This was Steven Spielberg's feature film directorial debut, originally made for television.
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The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not entirely set at a petrol station, a key scene involves a confrontation at one, where Johnny Smith's psychic abilities come into play.
Fact: This film was adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same name.
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The Hitcher (1986)
Description: A young man picks up a hitchhiker at a petrol station, only to find himself pursued by a relentless killer who seems to have no motive.
Fact: The film was remade in 2007, but the original is often considered superior for its suspense and atmosphere.
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The Wraith (1986)
Description: A mysterious car appears at a petrol station, driven by a ghost seeking revenge, leading to high-speed chases and confrontations.
Fact: The film features a Dodge M4S Turbo Interceptor, which was designed specifically for the movie.
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Breakdown (1997)
Description: A couple's road trip turns into a nightmare when their car breaks down at a remote petrol station, leading to a kidnapping and a desperate search for his wife.
Fact: Kurt Russell performed many of his own stunts, including a scene where he jumps onto a moving truck.
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No Country for Old Men (2007)
Description: While not solely set at a petrol station, a pivotal scene involves a tense standoff at one, highlighting the film's themes of fate and morality.
Fact: The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
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The Last Stand (2013)
Description: A small-town sheriff and his deputies must stop a drug cartel leader at a petrol station, showcasing intense action sequences.
Fact: Arnold Schwarzenegger's first leading role in a feature film since his stint as Governor of California.
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The Vanishing (1993)
Description: A man's search for his missing girlfriend leads him to a petrol station where he encounters her abductor, leading to a psychological thriller.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1988 Dutch-French film "Spoorloos."
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The Devil's Rejects (2005)
Description: A group of outlaws hide out at a petrol station, leading to a violent confrontation with law enforcement.
Fact: The film is a sequel to Rob Zombie's "House of 1000 Corpses."
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Road Games (1981)
Description: A truck driver becomes embroiled in a murder mystery after picking up a hitchhiker at a petrol station, leading to a cat-and-mouse game on the road.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life case of the "Walpamur Killer."
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