Running to the Sky
2019, Kirghiz. Directed by Mirlan Abdykalykov.
Twelve-year-old Jekshen, an exceptional runner, lives in a beautiful mountain village in Kyrgyzstan. His parents are divorced, and life with his alcoholic father is difficult. Lonely Jekshen only has his girlfriend from school and his father’s friends for support. They encourage him to take part in a big race—a race that could change his life for the better.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Kirghiz
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- Released
- 7 October 2019
- Original title
- Жөө Күлүк
- Country
- Kyrgyz Republic
- Written by
- Ernest Abdyjaparov, Mirlan Abdykalykov
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Running to the Sky runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
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Running to the Sky isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Running to the Sky?
If you liked Running to the Sky, try The Young One, Hounddog, Hands of Stone.
Who directed Running to the Sky?
Running to the Sky (2019) was directed by Mirlan Abdykalykov and stars Temirlan Asankadyrov, Ruslan Orozakunov, Meerim Atantaeva.