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Runaway

1984Movie1 h 40 minPG-13

Thriller
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Metacritic506.0
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Metacritic506.0

Summary

In the near future, a police officer specializes in malfunctioning robots. When a robot turns out to have been programmed to kill, he begins to uncover a homicidal plot to create killer robots... and his son becomes a target.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want something quiet and calm

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Michael Crichton
Written by
Michael Crichton
Produced by
Michael I. Rachmil
Music by
Jerry Goldsmith

Everyone

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Facts

December 14, 1984 · 1 h 40 min · PG-13

Released
December 14, 1984
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Science Fiction, Thriller, Action
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$8 million
Box office
$7 million
Available in
68 countries

Tropes

Sexy Secretary, Homing Projectile, So Much for Stealth +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Runaway?"

Questions about Runaway

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Runaway?

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In the United States, Runaway streams on Howdy, and it is free with ads on The Roku, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Runaway worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 5.9 and Metacritic 50). Audiences rate it higher (60 out of 100) than critics (50).

Is Runaway okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

Is Runaway plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and mystery (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Was Runaway a box office flop?

Budget$8 million
Box office$7 million

Yes: it cost about $8 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 85% of its budget.

What tropes does Runaway use?

Sexy SecretaryHoming ProjectileSo Much for StealthThey Know Too MuchMechanical MonsterRobo-SpeakHard-Work MontageTempting FateRobot MaidOne-Word TitleSensor SuspenseNerd Glassesand 92 more

TV Tropes lists 104 tropes for it, including Sexy Secretary, Homing Projectile, and So Much for Stealth.