Runs in the Family
2023, English. Directed by Ian Gabriel.
In this witty father-son story, we are introduced to Varun, a former scammer, and River, a trans drag performer, as they venture on a road trip across South Africa to rescue River's long-lost mother from a rehab clinic in eSwatini. River’s only worry is missing Her Majesty’s Drag Competition and the opportunity to win the prize money to pay for his top surgery. With secrets bubbling to the surface and a competition to win, their relationship will be tested like never before.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Runs in the Family is streaming on Netflix in India.
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- Released
- 1 June 2023
- Country
- Swaziland, South Africa, United States of America
- Written by
- Gabe Gabriel
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How long is Runs in the Family?
Runs in the Family runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
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Which OTT platform is Runs in the Family on?
Runs in the Family is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Runs in the Family?
If you liked Runs in the Family, try Transamerica, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar.
Who directed Runs in the Family?
Runs in the Family (2023) was directed by Ian Gabriel and stars Ace Bhatti, Rob van Vuuren, Gabe Gabriel.