The Rover (2014)
A merciless neo-western set in a collapsed Australia, where one man's obsessive pursuit of his stolen car reveals the last remnants of his humanity.
The Rover - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Rover
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: David Michôd
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 43m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin, English
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 4, 2014 (Belgium), July 18, 2014 (United States - R), June 20, 2014 (Canada - 14A), August 21, 2014 (United Kingdom - 15), October 31, 2014 (Germany - 16), June 4, 2014 (France - 12), August 28, 2014 (New Zealand - R16), June 12, 2014 (Australia - MA15+), August 7, 2014 (Brazil - 16), December 4, 2014 (Italy - VM14), May 28, 2015 (South Korea - 19)
- Alternative Titles: Волоцюга (UA), Rover (CZ), 漂泊者 (CN), 더 로버 (KR), El Cazador (US), El Cazador (ES), El Cazador (MX), La traque (CA)
- Production Companies: Porchlight Films, Screen Australia, Screen NSW, Blue-Tongue Films, Lava Bear Films, South Australian Film Corporation
- Production Countries: Australia
The Rover - Plot
Ten years after a severe economic collapse in the western world, lawlessness reigns and life is cheap. Eric is a lone drifter, and his car is his only possession. When a gang steals it, Eric comes across the injured Rey, left behind by the car thieves. The pair form an unlikely and uneasy alliance.
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The Rover - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- David Michôd
Main Cast
- Guy Pearce
- Robert Pattinson
- Scoot McNairy
- David Field
- Susan Prior
- Anthony Hayes
- Tawanda Manyimo
- Nash Edgerton
- Gillian Jones
- Richard Green
Writers
- David Michôd
- Joel Edgerton
Producers
- David Linde
- David Michôd
- Liz Watts
The Rover - FAQs
Why does Eric risk everything to recover his car?
In a world stripped of meaning and order, Eric's car is his last remaining possession and the only thing tethering him to existence. The film deliberately withholds his full backstory, making the car a symbol of identity and purpose rather than mere transport — its recovery becomes an act of existential defiance.
What does the ending of The Rover reveal?
The film's final scene reframes Eric's obsessive pursuit in a devastating way: the car contained the body of his dog, the last creature he loved. This revelation recontextualizes his entire journey as grief rather than mere stubbornness, giving the bleak narrative an unexpectedly human emotional core.
Who are the main actors in The Rover?
The Rover stars Guy Pearce as Eric, a hardened drifter consumed by a singular mission, and Robert Pattinson as Rey, the wounded, slow-witted brother left behind by the thieves. Scoot McNairy, David Field, Susan Prior, Anthony Hayes, Tawanda Manyimo, Nash Edgerton, Gillian Jones, and Richard Green round out the cast.
What is The Rover about?
Set a decade after a catastrophic global economic collapse, The Rover follows Eric, a solitary drifter in the Australian outback whose car is stolen by a desperate gang. He reluctantly teams with Rey, the gang's injured, abandoned member. Critics praised its stark atmosphere, moral ambiguity, and Pearce's ferocious lead performance.
Where can I stream The Rover?
The Rover is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. A free ad-supported option is available through Fandango at Home Free.
Is The Rover based on a true story?
No, The Rover is not based on a true story. It is an original screenplay written by David Michôd and Joel Edgerton. Michôd developed the story from a short concept Edgerton had conceived, building a fictional dystopian vision of a near-future Australia ravaged by economic collapse and social breakdown.
What is the age rating for The Rover?
The Rover is rated R in the United States, reflecting its brutal violence, strong language, and relentlessly grim tone. International ratings include MA15+ in Australia, 15 in the United Kingdom, 14A in Canada, and 16 in Germany and Brazil, indicating the film is intended for mature audiences only.
How long is The Rover?
The Rover has a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes (103 minutes). The film's measured, deliberate pacing mirrors the desolate landscape and Eric's relentless, unhurried pursuit, making its relatively compact runtime feel both immersive and suffocating in the best possible way.
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