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Running Scared

2006·Movie·R·122 min·7.0(1,167)

Every bullet leaves a trail.

A low-ranking thug is entrusted by his boss to dispose of a gun that killed corrupt cops, but things spiral out of control when the gun ends up in wrong hands.

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Where to watch Running Scared in United States

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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomAmazon Video
CanadaApple TV Store
GermanyGoogle Play Movies, YouTube, Videobuster
FranceGoogle Play Movies, YouTube
SpainAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
BrazilAdrenalina Pura Amazon channel, Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel
JapanCinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel
South Koreawavve, TVINGwavve, Google Play Movies

About Running Scared

Running Scared is a 2006 English-language action, crime and drama film directed by Wayne Kramer. The cast is led by Paul Walker, Cameron Bright, Vera Farmiga. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 1200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Running Scared was produced by True Grit Productions, International Production Company, and Pierce/Williams Entertainment and made in Germany and United States of America. It was released on January 6, 2006, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $17 million, it went on to gross $10 million worldwide.

Director
Wayne Kramer
Writers
Wayne Kramer
Release date
January 6, 2006
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Germany, United States of America
Budget
$17 million
Box office
$10 million
Production
True Grit Productions, International Production Company, Pierce/Williams Entertainment
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Running Scared cast & crew

Running Scared was directed by Wayne Kramer and written by Wayne Kramer.

The cast features Paul Walker as Joey Gazelle, Cameron Bright as Oleg Yugorsky, Vera Farmiga as Teresa Gazelle, Chazz Palminteri as Detective Rydell, Karel Roden as Anzor Yugorsky, and Johnny Messner as Tommy 'Tombs' Perello.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Mark Isham, cinematography is by James Whitaker, and it was produced by Brett Ratner and Stewart Hall.

Is Running Scared worth watching?

Running Scared holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 1,167 ratings, a solidly received action films.

At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy action, crime, and drama, Running Scared is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Running Scared

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Cast of Running Scared

Paul Walker

Paul Walker

Joey Gazelle

Cameron Bright

Cameron Bright

Oleg Yugorsky

Vera Farmiga

Vera Farmiga

Teresa Gazelle

Chazz Palminteri

Chazz Palminteri

Detective Rydell

Karel Roden

Karel Roden

Anzor Yugorsky

Johnny Messner

Johnny Messner

Tommy 'Tombs' Perello

Ivana Miličević

Ivana Miličević

Mila Yugorsky

Alex Neuberger

Alex Neuberger

Nicky Gazelle

Michael Cudlitz

Michael Cudlitz

Sal "Gummy Bear" Franzone

Bruce Altman

Bruce Altman

Dez

Elizabeth Mitchell

Elizabeth Mitchell

Edele

Arthur J. Nascarella

Arthur J. Nascarella

Frankie Perello

Running Scared — FAQs

Where can I watch Running Scared in United States?

Running Scared 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 Running Scared in?

Running Scared is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Russian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Running Scared?

Running Scared runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

What is Running Scared rated?

Running Scared is rated R. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 1,167 ratings.

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