Is Road Trip a Remake of Overnight Delivery?

By Michael Ferguson

There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the 2000 film ‘Road Trip’ and its potential similarities to the 1998 movie ‘Overnight Delivery’. Both movies feature a group of college students on a wild adventure, but is ‘Road Trip’ simply a remake of ‘Overnight Delivery’? Let’s take a closer look at the two films.

Plot

In ‘Overnight Delivery’, Wyatt Tripps (played by Paul Rudd) discovers that his girlfriend Kimberly (played by Christine Taylor) has been unfaithful. In an effort to get revenge, he sends her a nasty letter along with a videotape of him with another woman. However, when he realizes his mistake, he sets out on a cross-country journey to retrieve the package before it reaches its intended recipient.

‘Road Trip’, on the other hand, follows Josh Parker (played by Breckin Meyer) and his friends as they embark on a road trip from New York to Texas in order to retrieve an incriminating videotape that was accidentally sent to Josh’s long-distance girlfriend.

Similarities

It’s easy to see why some people might think that ‘Road Trip’ is simply a remake of ‘Overnight Delivery’. Both films involve college students going on road trips in order to rectify mistakes involving videotapes. Both movies also feature comedic mishaps and romantic subplots.

Differences

Despite their similarities, there are also significant differences between the two films. For one thing, the motivations behind the road trips are different – Wyatt is trying to save his relationship while Josh is trying to prevent his from falling apart. Additionally, ‘Road Trip’ features a larger ensemble cast and more outrageous comedy than ‘Overnight Delivery’.

Conclusion

While there are certainly similarities between ‘Road Trip’ and ‘Overnight Delivery’, it’s ultimately up to the viewer to decide whether or not ‘Road Trip’ is a remake of the earlier film. Both movies have their own unique charms and are worth watching on their own merits.

In the end, it’s clear that whether you prefer ‘Overnight Delivery’ or ‘Road Trip’, both films are entertaining and enjoyable in their own right. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the ride – whichever one you choose!