

Runaway
“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.
Where to watch Runaway in United States
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Where is Runaway streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | 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 | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Galactic Stream Amazon Channel, Joyn | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon 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
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
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Cast of Runaway

Tom Selleck
Jack R. Ramsay

Cynthia Rhodes
Officer Karen Thompson

Gene Simmons
Dr. Charles Luther

Kirstie Alley
Jackie Rogers

Stan Shaw
Marvin

G.W. Bailey
Chief

Joey Cramer
Bobby Ramsay

Chris Mulkey
David Johnson

Anne-Marie Martin
Hooker at Bar

Michael Paul Chan
Wilson

Elizabeth Norment
Miss Shields

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.











