Road House (1989)
Rating: IMDb: 6.6/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 46%
Main Cast: Patrick Swayze, Kelly Lynch, Sam Elliott, Ben Gazzara
Director: Rowdy Herrington
Plot Summary:
Road House is a cult classic action film that blends barroom brawls, small-town corruption, and Patrick Swayze’s undeniable charm. Dalton (Swayze) is a legendary “cooler,” a professional bouncer known for his unflappable demeanor and his philosophy of fighting only when necessary. When he’s hired to clean up the Double Deuce, a rough-and-tumble bar in Jasper, Missouri, he discovers more than just unruly patrons—he encounters a town terrorized by Brad Wesley (Ben Gazzara), a ruthless businessman who rules with an iron fist.
As Dalton tries to restore order at the bar and protect the townsfolk, he becomes romantically involved with Dr. Elizabeth “Doc” Clay (Kelly Lynch) and enlists the help of his mentor, Wade Garrett (Sam Elliott). But Wesley’s violent tactics force Dalton into a high-stakes showdown that tests his resolve, skills, and principles.
With its over-the-top fights, quotable dialogue, and Patrick Swayze’s iconic performance, Road House is a quintessential action flick that has earned its place as a beloved guilty pleasure.