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The Runner

2015·Movie
1h 30min·R

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The Runner fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Politics, everyday modern life, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

Power always comes at a price

In the aftermath of the BP oil spill, an idealistic but imperfect New Orleans politician (Nicolas Cage) finds his plans of restoration unraveling as his own life becomes contaminated with corruption, scandal and deceit.
Political DramaNew OrleansOil Spill AftermathCorruptionScandalDeceitRedemptionMoral DecayContemporary Issues

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Runner

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Runner legally?

The Runner is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Runner worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 4.7, Rotten Tomatoes 24%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Runner rated?

RStrong languageViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and violence.

How long is The Runner?

1 h 30 min

The Runner runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Runner?

Critics32
Audiences39

Yes. Critics average 32 and audiences 39 out of 100, so both groups see The Runner much the same way.

What language is The Runner in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Runner?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Runner in 36 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.