The Runner
2015, English. Directed by Austin Stark.
Power always comes at a price
In the aftermath of the BP oil spill, an idealistic but imperfect New Orleans politician (Nicolas Cage) finds his plans of restoration unraveling as his own life becomes contaminated with corruption, scandal and deceit.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Austin StarkDirector
- Nicolas CageColin Pryce
- Sarah PaulsonKate Haber
- Connie NielsenDeborah Price
- Peter FondaRayne Pryce
- Bryan BattMark Lavin
- Wendell PierceFrank Legrand
- Fredric LehneSenator Owens
- Christopher BerryHal Provich
- Ciera PaytonLucy Hall
- James Moses BlackDr. Haleman
- Donna DuPlantierBernadette Richards
- Brooke HooverMaryellen Briggs
Details
- Released
- 7 August 2015
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Austin Stark
- Budget
- $6M
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The Runner: quick answers
Is The Runner worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 199 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Runner?
The Runner runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Runner have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Runner. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Runner suitable for kids?
The Runner is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like The Runner?
If you liked The Runner, try Come Sunday, Eleanor the Great, TalhotBlond.
Who directed The Runner?
The Runner (2015) was directed by Austin Stark and stars Nicolas Cage, Sarah Paulson, Connie Nielsen.