What Is the Snakes Name on Road Trip?

By Alice Nichols

If you’re a fan of the classic comedy movie Road Trip, you might have wondered what the name of the snake that appears in the film is. This iconic scene features a group of college students on a wild cross-country adventure, with one particularly memorable moment involving a snake.

The Scene
In this scene, the character Barry (played by Tom Green) takes out a snake from his backpack and lets it loose in a hotel hallway. Chaos ensues as the snake slithers around and attacks people.

The Snake’s Name
So what is the snake’s name? The truth is, it’s never actually revealed in the movie. The animal is simply referred to as “the snake” throughout.

Behind the Scenes

However, according to an interview with Road Trip director Todd Phillips, the real-life snake used in filming was named “Keanu”. Phillips revealed that they chose this name because they were big fans of actor Keanu Reeves at the time.

About Keanu

Keanu was a non-venomous corn snake, which are commonly used in movies and television due to their docile nature and ease of handling. The crew had to take special precautions during filming to ensure that Keanu was safe and comfortable on set.

    Some fun facts about corn snakes:
  • They are native to North America
  • They can live up to 20 years in captivity
  • They come in a wide variety of colors and patterns
  • In Conclusion

    While we may never know for sure what “the snake” from Road Trip was named within the context of the film, we do know that its real-life counterpart was called Keanu. Whether you love or hate snakes, there’s no denying that this scene is one of the most memorable moments from the movie.