Roadracers (Rebel Highway) (1994)

67% of users liked it
(564 ratings)

Swaggering rebel Dude (David Arquette) crosses a corrupt sheriff and stumbles into a world of trouble, fights to stay on his feet as his voluptuous girlfriend (Salma Hayek) comes along for the ride. John Hawkes, Kevin McCarthy, and William Sadler co-star. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 35 min.
Directed By: Robert Rodriguez
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure, Art House & International

In Theaters: Jul 22, 1994 Wide

Critic Reviews

R. L. Shaffer, IGN DVD
A slick, fast-paced greaser picture that shows off the incredible talent of director Robert Rodriguez.
Adam Lippe, Examiner.com
Rodriguez said that he cast Arquette for the "good sleaze factor." Arquette's constant sneer throughout the film proves that Rodriguez was absolutely right.

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Chris B

A greaser picture from the wonderfully eccentric mind of Robert Rodriguez, "Roadracers" is an entertaining and wonderfully unique work from the talented Director. I'm a huge fan of Rodriguez and his gift to make great films despite early budgetary limits are nearly… More
A greaser picture from the wonderfully eccentric mind of Robert Rodriguez, "Roadracers" is an entertaining and wonderfully unique work from the talented Director. I'm a huge fan of Rodriguez and his gift to make great films despite early budgetary limits are nearly unmatched in the industry. This early work from him takes place in the 50s and feature David Arquette for his sleaze factor, so says Rodriguez. It's entertaining, briskly paced and over the top in places all with Robert Rodriguez's unique look and feel to it. If you are a fan then be sure to check out this early work of his, you won't be disappointed.
ken j

David arquette stars in this movie that was orignally made for the tv channel showtime's rebel highway series as a 50's teen haveing to confront his future a bunch of local town thugs whos leader just happens to be the town sheriffs kid and also doesnt like him and his… More
David arquette stars in this movie that was orignally made for the tv channel showtime's rebel highway series as a 50's teen haveing to confront his future a bunch of local town thugs whos leader just happens to be the town sheriffs kid and also doesnt like him and his girlfriend. i happened to like this movie alot its cheaply made but has a really great storyline and cast not to mention it was directed by Robert Rodriguez