The Jericho Mile
1980, English. Directed by Michael Mann.
Behind the wall of this prison is a man traning to challenge the Olympic record..
A runner, serving a life sentence at Folsom Prison, works at becoming the world's fastest miler and wins a chance to compete for a spot on the Olympic team.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Jericho Mile
The Jericho Mile isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 October 1980.
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Cast & crew
- Michael MannDirector
- Peter StraussLarry "Rain" Murphy
- Roger E. Mosley"Cotton" Crown
- Richard LawsonR.C. Stiles
- Brian DennehyDr. D
- Geoffrey LewisDr. Bill Jankowski
- Billy Green BushWarden Earl Gulliver
- Ed LauterJerry Beliot
- Beverly ToddWylene
- William PrinceO.A.U. Chairman
- Miguel PiñeroRubio
- Richard MollJoker Gibb
- Edmund PenneyOAU Official
Details
- Released
- 31 October 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Patrick J. Nolan
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The Jericho Mile: quick answers
Is The Jericho Mile worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Jericho Mile?
The Jericho Mile runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Jericho Mile have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Jericho Mile. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Jericho Mile parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Jericho Mile yet.
Which OTT platform is The Jericho Mile on?
The Jericho Mile isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 October 1980. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Jericho Mile?
If you liked The Jericho Mile, try Shot Caller, Scum, Short Eyes.
Who directed The Jericho Mile?
The Jericho Mile (1980) was directed by Michael Mann and stars Peter Strauss, Roger E. Mosley, Richard Lawson.