

The Run of the Country
1995, English. Directed by Peter Yates.
Sometimes, the most daring step to freedom is out the front door.
An Irish lad who fled from his oppressive, widowed father falls for a girl from an affluent family.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 22 September 1995
- Country
- Ireland, United States of America
- Written by
- Shane Connaughton
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What The Run of the Country is based on
The Run of the Country is adapted from a novel.
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How long is The Run of the Country?
The Run of the Country runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
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The Run of the Country is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Run of the Country on?
The Run of the Country isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Run of the Country?
If you liked The Run of the Country, try Far from the Madding Crowd, Labor Day, Mansfield Park.
Who directed The Run of the Country?
The Run of the Country (1995) was directed by Peter Yates and stars Albert Finney, Matt Keeslar, Victoria Smurfit.
What is The Run of the Country based on?
The Run of the Country is adapted from a novel.