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Runaway

1984·Movie·PG-13·100 min·5.6(290)

IT IS THE FUTURE. Machines are being programmed to turn against us. Someone must stop the madman who started it all.

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.

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Where to watch Runaway in United States

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Where is Runaway streaming around the world?

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United StatesThe Roku Channel, Tubi TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
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CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaApple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyGalactic Stream Amazon Channel, JoynApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
SpainApple TV Store, Amazon Video
BrazilAmazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Runaway

Runaway is a 1984 English-language science fiction, thriller and action film directed by Michael Crichton. The cast is led by Tom Selleck, Cynthia Rhodes, Gene Simmons. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 5.6/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV.

Runaway was produced by TriStar Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on December 14, 1984, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $8 million, it went on to gross $7 million worldwide.

Director
Michael Crichton
Writers
Michael Crichton
Release date
December 14, 1984
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$8 million
Box office
$7 million
Production
TriStar Pictures
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Runaway cast & crew

Runaway was directed by Michael Crichton and written by Michael Crichton.

The cast features Tom Selleck as Jack R. Ramsay, Cynthia Rhodes as Officer Karen Thompson, Gene Simmons as Dr. Charles Luther, Kirstie Alley as Jackie Rogers, Stan Shaw as Marvin, and G.W. Bailey as Chief.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, cinematography is by John A. Alonzo, and it was produced by Michael I. Rachmil and Kurt Villadsen.

Is Runaway worth watching?

Runaway holds an audience score of 5.6/10 from 290 ratings, a more divisive science fiction films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy science fiction, thriller, and action, Runaway is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Runaway

In United States, you can stream Runaway on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Runaway

Tom Selleck

Tom Selleck

Jack R. Ramsay

Cynthia Rhodes

Cynthia Rhodes

Officer Karen Thompson

Gene Simmons

Gene Simmons

Dr. Charles Luther

Kirstie Alley

Kirstie Alley

Jackie Rogers

Stan Shaw

Stan Shaw

Marvin

G.W. Bailey

G.W. Bailey

Chief

Joey Cramer

Joey Cramer

Bobby Ramsay

Chris Mulkey

Chris Mulkey

David Johnson

Anne-Marie Martin

Anne-Marie Martin

Hooker at Bar

Michael Paul Chan

Michael Paul Chan

Wilson

Elizabeth Norment

Elizabeth Norment

Miss Shields

Cec Verrell

Cec Verrell

Hooker

Runaway — FAQs

Where can I watch Runaway in United States?

Runaway is streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV in United States.

Is Runaway on The Roku Channel?

Yes — Runaway is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.

What language is Runaway in?

Runaway is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Runaway?

Runaway runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Runaway rated?

Runaway is rated PG-13. It holds a 5.6/10 audience score from 290 ratings.

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