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Mad Max (1979)

โ€œThe maximum force of the future.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 5,133 votes 1h 31m r ActionAdventureThrillerScience-fiction

#23 of 32 films from 1979 #971 of 2168 in action

Directed by George Miller ยท Written by George Miller, James McCausland, Byron Kennedy

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Overview

In the ravaged near-future, a savage motorcycle gang rules the road. Terrorizing innocent civilians while tearing up the streets, the ruthless gang laughs in the face of a police force hell-bent on stopping them.

Cast

Mel Gibsonas Max Rockatansky
Joanne Samuelas Jessie Rockatansky
Hugh Keays-Byrneas Toecutter
Steve Bisleyas Jim Goose
Tim Burnsas Johnny the Boy
Roger Wardas Fifi
Vincent Gilas Nightrider
Lulu Pinkusas Nightrider's Girl
Lisa Aldenhovenas Nurse
David Bracksas Mudguts
Bertrand Cadartas Clunk
David Cameronas Underground Mechanic
Robina Chaffeyas Singer
Stephen Clarkas Sarse

Facts

Release dateApril 12, 1979
Runtime91 min (1h 31m) โ€” shorter as the 1979 average of 113 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Thriller, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$350,000
Box office$100,000,000 (285.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0079501

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Questions

How long is Mad Max?
Mad Max runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Is Mad Max worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 5,133 votes, which places it #23 of 32 films released in 1979 in this index (top 31%) and #971 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Mad Max?
Mad Max was directed by George Miller. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), Mad Max 2 (1981), Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024).
Who stars in Mad Max?
Mel Gibson as Max Rockatansky; Joanne Samuel as Jessie Rockatansky; Hugh Keays-Byrne as Toecutter; Steve Bisley as Jim Goose; Tim Burns as Johnny the Boy; Roger Ward as Fifi.
What is Mad Max rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Mad Max?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/103625.

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