Mad Max (1979)
A relentless, gritty thriller unfolds as a savage motorcycle gang terrorizes a bleak, near-future world.
In the ravaged near-future, a savage motorcycle gang rules the road. Terrorizing innocent civilians while tearing up the streets, the ruthless gang laughs in the face of a police force hell-bent on stopping them.
How intense is Mad Max?
Mad Max is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Mad Max feels like
- Tone
- grittypulpysuspensefulbleak
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Mad Max
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Mad Max for you?
Is Mad Max scary?
Only a little. Mad Max has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Mad Max gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Mad Max sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Mad Max OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Mad Max?
Mad Max runs 1h 31m.
Where can I stream Mad Max?
Mad Max is streaming on Tubi.
Does Mad Max have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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