To quote the immortal words of Steppenwolf from their iconic song 'Born to Be Wild': "Get your motor runnin', head out on the highway, lookin' for adventure – and whatever comes our way." Truly, nothing feels thrilling and promising than hitting the open road. The long tradition of road trip movies have made the genre one of the most appealing to storytellers and audiences alike. But which movies are actually the greatest road trip movies of all time?
While not all road trip movies take place in America, it is a uniquely American genre. The United States' diverse cities and landscapes means characters can wind up in completely different worlds quite easily. From the crowded streets of New York to the vast, open deserts of California, there's a universe of possibilities wherever you turn. But again: Road trips aren't limited to the continental United States, as some of the greatest filmmakers from around the world have put their cameras behind wheels.
