Yes, it’s hot, yes, it’s sweaty, and, yes, it literally takes place on June 19, 1987, but Stephen King‘s Maximum Overdrive is also a Christmas movie. Why? There’s a green comet, tons of red blood, and everyone’s forced to spend day and night together as a large truck of toys dictates their lives. If that’s not a metaphor for an American Christmas, well, we’re at a loss.
Or, we’re just lazy and making you engage in another ludicrous holiday movie debate. (Hey, at least it’s not Die Hard again) Whatever the case, the Losers head to Dixie Boy Truck Stop to finally review the lone directorial effort by the Master of Horror. Together, they discuss the kills, the thrills, and the incessant AC/DC pumping out of the speakers of every car.
Stream the episode below and return next week when the Losers kick off the new year. For further adventures, join the Club over long days and pleasant nights via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, RadioPublic, Acast, Google Podcasts, and RSS. You can also unlock hundreds of hours of content in The Barrens (Patreon).
