Maximum Overdrive
“Imagine your worst nightmare...machines take over the world!”
Where to watch Maximum Overdrive in Japan
Maximum Overdrive is streaming on U-NEXT in Japan. Availability checked 25 May 2026.
About Maximum Overdrive
Maximum Overdrive is a 1986 movie in the Horror, Action and Science Fiction genres, directed by Stephen King, starring Emilio Estevez, Pat Hingle and Laura Harrington. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 855 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Maximum Overdrive in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Maximum Overdrive trailer
Overview
When a comet passes close to the earth, machines all over the world come alive and go on homicidal rampages. A group of people at a desolate truck stop are held hostage by a gang of murderous 18-wheelers. The frightened people set out to defeat the killer machines…Or be killed by them.
Top cast
Emilio Estevez
Bill Robinson
Pat Hingle
Hendershot
Laura Harrington
Brett
Yeardley Smith
Connie
John Short
Curt
Ellen McElduff
Wanda June
J.C. Quinn
Duncan
Christopher Murney
Camp Loman
Holter Graham
Deke
Frankie Faison
Handy
Pat Miller
Joe
Jack Canon
Max
Barry Bell
Steve
John Brasington
Frank
J. Don Ferguson
Andy
Leon Rippy
Brad
Robert Gooden
Barry
R. Pickett Bugg
Rolf
Giancarlo Esposito
Videoplayer
Martin Tucker
2nd Man
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Maximum Overdrive in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream Maximum Overdrive on U-NEXT.
Is Maximum Overdrive on Netflix?+
Maximum Overdrive is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT.
How long is Maximum Overdrive?+
Maximum Overdrive has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who stars in Maximum Overdrive?+
Maximum Overdrive stars Emilio Estevez, Pat Hingle, Laura Harrington, Yeardley Smith and John Short.
When did Maximum Overdrive come out?+
Maximum Overdrive is a 1986 movie directed by Stephen King.
What genre is Maximum Overdrive?+
Maximum Overdrive is Horror, Action, Science Fiction and Comedy film.
Who directed Maximum Overdrive?+
Maximum Overdrive was directed by Stephen King.
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