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The Runner

2026Movie1 h 26 minPG-13

30

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30

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Summary

Maia Marten, a brilliant London lawyer, has her life shattered by a single call on her morning run: her son has been taken. To get him back, she must keep running, obey every ruthless command, and trust no one-each second a test of how far a mother will go to save her child.

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Pure escapism

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Directed by: Kevin Macdonald
Written by: Mark Gibson
Produced by: David Kosse
Music by: Tom Hodge

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September 3, 2026 · 1 h 26 min · PG-13

Released: September 3, 2026
Runtime: 1 h 26 min
Age rating: PG-13
Content: Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres: Thriller, Action
Original language: English
Made in: United States, United Kingdom
Available in: 129 countries

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Where can I stream The Runner?

In the United States, The Runner streams on Prime. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is The Runner worth watching?

30

BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30 (IMDb 4.2, Letterboxd 1.7 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 11%, and Metacritic 28). Audiences rate it higher (34 out of 100) than critics (20).

Is The Runner okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.