The Night Runner
1957, English. Directed by Abner Biberman.
Are mental patients turned loose too soon?
A mental patient with a violent past is released from the institution, against the advice of his doctors, and sent back to his old neighborhood. Was he released too soon?
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Abner BibermanDirector
- Ray DantonRoy Turner
- Colleen MillerSusan Mayes
- Merry AndersAmy Hansen
- Willis BoucheyLoren Mayes
- Harry JacksonHank Hansen
- Robert AndersonEd Wallace
- Jean InnessMiss Dodd
- Eddy WallerVernon
- John StephensonDr. Crawford
- Alexander CampbellDr. Royce
- Natalie MastersMiss Lowell
- Richard H. CuttingMale interviewer (as Richard Cutting)
Details
- Released
- 2 April 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gene Levitt
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The Night Runner: quick answers
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How long is The Night Runner?
The Night Runner runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Does The Night Runner have a post-credits scene?
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The Night Runner parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Night Runner is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Night Runner on?
The Night Runner isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Night Runner?
If you liked The Night Runner, try The Truth About Emanuel, Shock, Gaslight.
Who directed The Night Runner?
The Night Runner (1957) was directed by Abner Biberman and stars Ray Danton, Colleen Miller, Merry Anders.