Run for Cover
“The story of a man apart... who brought faith to a youth, love to a woman, justice to a land!”
An ex-convict drifter and his flawed young partner are made sheriff and deputy of a Western town.
Where to watch Run for Cover in United States
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Where is Run for Cover streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | GRJNGO Amazon Channel, Wild West Amzon Channel | — |
| France | Molotov TV | Sooner, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | Rakuten TV |
About Run for Cover
Run for Cover is a 1955 English-language western and drama film directed by Nicholas Ray. The cast is led by James Cagney, Viveca Lindfors, John Derek. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Run for Cover was produced by Paramount Pictures and Pine-Thomas Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on April 29, 1955, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Nicholas Ray
- Writers
- Winston Miller, Harriet Frank Jr., Irving Ravetch
- Release date
- April 29, 1955
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Paramount Pictures, Pine-Thomas Productions
Run for Cover cast & crew
Run for Cover was directed by Nicholas Ray and written by Winston Miller, Harriet Frank Jr., and Irving Ravetch.
The cast features James Cagney as Matt Dow, Viveca Lindfors as Helga Swenson, John Derek as Davey Bishop, Jean Hersholt as Mr. Swenson, Grant Withers as Gentry, and Jack Lambert as Larsen.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Howard Jackson, cinematography is by Daniel L. Fapp, and it was produced by William C. Thomas and William H. Pine.
Is Run for Cover worth watching?
At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy western and drama, Run for Cover is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Run for Cover
Run for Cover isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Run for Cover
James Cagney
Matt Dow
Viveca Lindfors
Helga Swenson
John Derek
Davey Bishop
Jean Hersholt
Mr. Swenson
Grant Withers
Gentry
Jack Lambert
Larsen
Ernest Borgnine
Morgan
Ray Teal
Sheriff
Irving Bacon
Scotty
Trevor Bardette
Paulsen
John Miljan
Mayor Walsh
Gus Schilling
Doc Ridgeway
Run for Cover — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Run for Cover in United States?
Run for Cover is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Run for Cover in?
Run for Cover is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Run for Cover?
Run for Cover runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).
▸What is Run for Cover rated?
Run for Cover is rated NR. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 42 ratings.
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