The Hitcher

Grace Andrews (Sophia Bush) and Jim Halsey (Zachary Knighton) are tormented by a mysterious hitchhiker named John Ryder, a.k.a. The Hitcher (Sean Bean). The young couple hit the road in a 1970 Oldsmobile 442, on route to spring break. Ryder dangerously stands on the road, near his car, which apparently has broken down. After passing they worry that they might have hit him. However, they do not want to check it out and give him a ride, because the man could be a criminal. Later they arrive at a gas station. Grace gets some food while Jim talks to the clerk. The clerk talks to Jim about his Oldsmobile and how he has his own "pussy wagon." After Grace decides to go to the bathroom, Jim fills up his car and sees Ryder using the phone. Ryder gives him a slight nod and continues talking. As Jim pays for the groceries and gas, Ryder steps in and talks to Jim. Jim is dumbfounded, thinking he left Ryder standing on the road. Ryder introduces himself and asks for a ride. Reluctantly Jim agrees.