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Three for the Road (1987): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Three for the Road (1987) movie poster

Three for the Road is a 1987 comedy drama directed by Bill L. Norton, starring Charlie Sheen, Raymond J. Barry and Kerri Green. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $1.5 million worldwide. Critics gave it 35 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$1.5M
Metascore
35
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Three for the Road (1987) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Bill L. Norton
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Three for the Road About?

The premise of Three for the Road without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A seasoned politician and an endearing, somewhat awkward friend find themselves on a memorable road trip. Their mission: to safely return a spirited teenager to her estranged father, who holds a prominent position as a senator. Along the journey, they encounter unexpected challenges and humorous situations, forcing them to confront their own personal flaws and appreciate their contrasting personalities while forging a surprising bond.

Three for the Road Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • close up of bare feet
  • woman with curly hair
  • blonde woman
  • sexy woman
  • legs
  • road movie
  • daughter
  • job
  • senator
  • on the road
  • 1980s
  • police chase
+38 more
  • police car
  • lake
  • handcuffs
  • teen drinking
  • stranded
  • stepmother
  • mud
  • mother daughter reunion
  • forest
  • restaurant
  • porsche
  • junkyard
  • car chase
  • traveling salesman
  • swamp
  • stolen car
  • robbery
  • gun
  • truck
  • truck driver
  • runaway
  • runaway truck
  • runaway teen
  • gas station
  • swimming
  • reform school
  • motel
  • house boat
  • hitchhiking
  • congressman
  • car dealership
  • barefoot
  • ambulance
  • teenage romance
  • south
  • teenage girl
  • road trip
  • humiliation
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Cast & crew

Three for the Road Cast

Charlie Sheen leads the cast, with Raymond J. Barry and Kerri Green. Directed by Bill L. Norton; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Bill L. Norton

More films directed by Bill L. Norton, best-rated first: More American Graffiti, Generation Gap, Thirst and Every Mother’s Worst Fear.

Full filmography
Ratings

Three for the Road Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Three for the Road 35 on Metacritic.

Plot

Three for the Road Plot Summary

What happens in Three for the Road from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The story follows Paul Tracy (Charlie Sheen), a college student who aspires to follow in the footsteps of Senator Kitteridge (Raymond J. Barry). Eager to gain the Senator’s endorsement for his political ambitions, Paul is assigned the challenging task of escorting the Senator’s rebellious daughter, Robin (Kerri Green), to a rehabilitation center designed for girls in trouble. He enlists the help of his roommate T.S. (Alan Ruck), an aspiring writer who is more than willing to accompany him on this unusual journey.

Full summary

The whole story of Three for the Road, scene by scene

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Box office

Three for the Road Box Office

Three for the Road grossed $1.5 million worldwide.

1987 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.5M

US & Canada
$1.5M
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Three for the Road?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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Who is Paul Tracy's political mentor in the film?

Cars

Cars in Three for the Road

31 cars on screen, including the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL W126 and the 1964 Cadillac Ambulance.

All 31 cars
  • 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL W126 in Three for the Road 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL W126 Main role
  • 1964 Cadillac Ambulance in Three for the Road 1964 Cadillac Ambulance Important role
  • 1941 Chevrolet Light Delivery in Three for the Road 1941 Chevrolet Light Delivery Important role
  • 1981 Dodge Diplomat in Three for the Road 1981 Dodge Diplomat Important role
Details

Three for the Road Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Drei auf dem Highway - Three For The Road” and “Trei pentru drum”.

Also known as
  • Drei auf dem Highway - Three For The Road
  • Trei pentru drum
  • Hárman az úton
  • Tres en la carretera
  • Ninguém Segura Essa Garota
  • Troje na drodze
  • Трое в пути

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FAQ

Three for the Road FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Three for the Road, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Three for the Road?

Three for the Road runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Three for the Road released?

Three for the Road was released on April 10, 1987.

Who directed Three for the Road?

Three for the Road was directed by Bill L. Norton.

More films by Bill L. Norton

Who is in the cast of Three for the Road?

Three for the Road stars Charlie Sheen, Raymond J. Barry and Kerri Green, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Three for the Road make at the box office?

Three for the Road grossed $1.5 million worldwide.

How is Three for the Road rated?

Three for the Road has 35 on Metacritic and 57% on TMDB.

Does Three for the Road have a post-credit scene?

No. Three for the Road has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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