Adrenaline Drive (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 1999, Adrenaline Drive is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by Shinobu Yaguchi, running about 112 minutes. “Once you start running, love won't stop.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A gas leak explosion at a yakuza hideout provides a shy nurse and a rental car clerk with the opportunity to take a briefcase full of money. A cross-country chase ensues.

Who’s in it. Adrenaline Drive stars Hikari Ishida as Shizuko Sato, Masanobu Ando as Satoru Suzuki, Kazue Tsunogae as Head Nurse and Tomoharu Hasegawa as Kawakami, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Adrenaline Drive has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Adrenaline Drive page.

If you liked it. Fans of Adrenaline Drive tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Adrenaline Drive (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Adrenaline Drive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Adrenaline Drive worth watching?
Adrenaline Drive holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Adrenaline Drive?
Adrenaline Drive stars Hikari Ishida, Masanobu Ando, Kazue Tsunogae, Tomoharu Hasegawa and Yuu Tokui.
When was Adrenaline Drive released?
Adrenaline Drive was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.