Delivery Run is a 2025 Finnish-produced action-thriller set in Minnesota, directed and written by Joey Palmroos. The film stars Alexander Arnold as Lee, alongside Liam James Collins, Nadine Higgin, and Arthur Sylense.
The story follows Lee, a struggling food delivery driver weighed down by gambling debts. On a cold, snowy night in the Minnesota wilderness, a routine delivery turns deadly when he crosses paths with a relentless snowplow driver. What begins as a road rage incident spirals into a dangerous cat-and-mouse chase, forcing Lee to rely on his quick thinking to survive.
Blending intense action, survival horror, and a touch of dark comedy, Delivery Run has drawn comparisons to Steven Spielberg’s classic Duel, but with a modern and more menacing twist. The film premiered at Grimmfest, screened at FilmQuest, and will be distributed in North America by Saban Films later this year.
Delivery Run Age Rating
Delivery Run is rated R for language and some violence. The film contains material intended for mature audiences.. Below is a spoiler-free breakdown of the film’s content to help guide parents:
Violence & Peril
The film features moments of tense and realistic peril during vehicle chases in icy conditions. There are scenes of crashes, dangerous driving, and brief but impactful violent moments, including physical confrontations. Injuries are shown with mild blood detail. The sustained feeling of being hunted adds to the intensity.
Language
Strong profanity is used multiple times throughout the film, including the F-word and other coarse terms. The language is consistent with the stressful and dangerous situations depicted.
Mature Themes
The plot touches on gambling addiction, debt, desperation, and survival under extreme conditions. Themes of moral choices, personal responsibility, and fear-driven decisions are central to the story.
Is Delivery Run Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: Not suitable. The R-rated language, moments of violence, and mature themes are inappropriate for younger viewers.
Ages 13–15: Not recommended. While the violence is not excessively graphic, the frequent strong language and tense survival themes may be too intense for this age group.
Ages 16–17: Suitable for mature teens who can handle strong language and suspense. The film’s pacing and psychological tension may appeal to older teen fans of thrillers.
Overall, Delivery Run is best suited for adults and older teens who enjoy high-stakes, character-driven survival stories.
What Parents Can Do
Preview the Film: If considering it for an older teen, watch it first to assess the intensity and language for your household’s standards.
Discuss Risk and Consequences: Use the story as a springboard to talk about gambling risks, road safety, and decision-making under pressure.
Prepare for Intensity: Explain beforehand that the movie focuses on tension and suspense rather than graphic gore.
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Delivery Run?
A: It is rated R for language and some violence.
Q: Is Delivery Run appropriate for teens?
A: It may be suitable for mature teens aged 16+, but not recommended for younger audiences.
Q: Does Delivery Run contain graphic violence?
A: No, the violence is brief and not overly gory, but it is intense in context.
Q: Is there sexual content in Delivery Run?
A: No, the film contains no sexual content or nudity.