The Runway
2010, English. Directed by Ian Power.
The Runway is inspired by the true story of a South American pilot who landed his plane near Mallow, in 1983. Against all odds, the people of the town came together to build a runway to get him home and briefly caught the imagination of the nation. It is the story of Paco, a young boy without a father who adopts the pilot and convinces the town to build a runway to get him home.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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- Released
- 10 July 2010
- Country
- Ireland, Luxembourg
- Written by
- Ian Power
- Budget
- $4
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How long is The Runway?
The Runway runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
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The Runway is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Runway on?
The Runway isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Runway?
If you liked The Runway, try Ana, Hard Truths, My Own Love Song.
Who directed The Runway?
The Runway (2010) was directed by Ian Power and stars Demián Bichir, Kerry Condon, James Cosmo.