Runners 1983
“The search for freedom becomes the deadliest trap.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Director
- Charles Sturridge
- Networks
- Hanstoll, Goldcrest Films International
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Runners?
Runners is a 1983 British drama film directed by Charles Sturridge. The screenplay for the production was written by Stephen Poliakoff.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 18, 1983
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Hanstoll, Goldcrest Films International
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.4/10 from 5 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~107 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Hanstoll, Goldcrest Films International
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Overview
Runners is a 1983 British drama film directed by Charles Sturridge. The screenplay for the production was written by Stephen Poliakoff. The film features a cast that includes actors James Fox, Kate Hardie, Jane Asher, and Eileen O'Brien. The narrative focuses on a father whose young daughter disappears. Refusing to accept the possibility that his child is dead, the father embarks on a personal journey to locate her. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and forty-seven minutes, was released in Great Britain on August 18, 1983. Promotional material for the film describes the search for freedom as the deadliest trap. The production is categorized as a drama. All information regarding the cast, crew, and release details is derived from historical records associated with the film. The story centers entirely on the father's persistence in the face of his daughter's unexplained absence as he attempts to track her down despite the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Runners worth watching?
Runners holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Runners and when was it released?
Runners is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 1983. Release status: Released.
Who directed Runners?
Runners was directed by Charles Sturridge.
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