Collide

Collide

Year: 2017

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: Eran Creevy

ActionThrillerCrime

As a botched heist leaves him with a valuable payload and a trail of danger, Casey Stein (Nicholas Hoult) must outrun ruthless gang leader Hagen's (Anthony Hopkins) relentless pursuit. With his girlfriend Juliette in peril, Casey turns to his former associate Geran (Ben Kingsley) for help, embarking on a high-stakes car chase through Germany's highways to save her before it's too late.

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Timeline – Collide (2017)
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1

The Crash

In the opening scene, Casey is being chased down a freeway, leading to a dramatic crash. As his wrecked car comes to a halt, Casey's voiceover begins, suggesting that crazy actions might be justified if they're done for love.

Opening Scene Freeway
2

Meeting Juliette

A few days prior to the crash, Casey meets Juliette, and they quickly fall in love. They share a playful moment challenging each other to lie in the snow in their undergarments, deepening their bond.

A Few Days Earlier
3

Juliette's Illness

During their snowy escapade, Casey learns that Juliette is critically ill and requires emergency surgery. This news drives him to take drastic actions to ensure she receives the help she needs.

4

The Heist Plan

In an effort to afford Juliette's surgery, Casey teams up with Geran to rob an 18-wheeler owned by Hagen Kahl, a drug lord disguised as a businessman. The plan stems from Geran's resentment toward Kahl after being denied partnership.

5

The Car Accident Setup

Casey and his friend Matthias orchestrate a simulated car accident to lure the driver of the 18-wheeler. Their strategy involves a staged injury where Matthias pretends to be unconscious, prompting the driver to stop.

Freeway
6

The Hijacking

As the driver of the 18-wheeler approaches, he becomes suspicious, leading to an intense confrontation. Casey takes advantage of the moment and knocks out the driver, successfully hijacking the truck.

Freeway
7

The Capture

After the hijacking, Casey is quickly discovered by Kahl's men. Captured and interrogated in a warehouse, Kahl threatens Casey with harm toward Juliette to extract information about his accomplices.

Warehouse
8

The Escape

Just as Kahl prepares to torture him, Casey manages to break free and hops into a car, escaping from the warehouse. His luck runs thin as he finds himself in a chaotic car chase with Kahl's henchman.

City Streets
9

The Chase Continuation

After a series of crashes and close calls in the ongoing chase, Casey discovers hidden money in the car he's driving. Realizing the stakes are even higher, he grabs the cash as he continues to evade Kahl's men.

City
10

A Plan for Juliette

Desperate to protect Juliette, Casey calls Matthias, instructing him to get Juliette out of the hospital for safety. He knows Kahl's men are closing in on her and time is of the essence.

Hospital
11

The Deceit

Geran, pretending to help, lies to Casey that Juliette is dead to provoke him. This betrayal drives Casey further into a corner, escalating tensions as he fights to save her.

12

The Final Confrontation

Casey arranges a trade-off with Kahl, hoping to exchange money for Juliette's freedom. As tensions peak at the bar, a standoff ensues when Geran reveals his true intentions.

Local Bar
13

The Police Arrival

As gunfire erupts between Geran and Kahl, Casey manages to escape with Juliette through the back. They narrowly avoid capture as police arrive, intensifying the chaos.

Local Bar
14

The Train Station

At the train station, Casey asks Juliette to leave on a train with the money while he surrenders to the police to provide them with evidence against Kahl. This sacrifice hopes to secure her safety.

Train Station
15

The Resolution

In the end, Casey helps the police arrest Kahl by revealing his truck's location, exposing him as a drug lord. Later, he watches as Juliette undergoes surgery, hopeful for their future.

After the events Hospital

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:04

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