The Runner Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Power always come at a price.

Amy Renner

Last modified: Jul. 25, 2015

The Runner

Release Date: Friday, August 7, 2015 Limited

Director: Austin Stark

Starring: Nicolas Cage • Sarah Paulson • Connie Nielsen • Peter Fonda • Bryan Bratt

R Drama 1 hr, 30 m

3.17 / 5.0

62% WILL SEE 38% WON'T SEE

Rent or buy

Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: Set in the aftermath of the tragic 2010 BP oil spill, Colin Price, an idealistic but flawed New Orleans congressman, is forced to confront his dysfunctional life after his career is destroyed in a sex scandal.

Drama Thriller Political

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38% of people have indicated they do not plan to see this movie.

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Who stars in The Runner – Cast List

Nicolas Cage
... Colin Price

The Carpenter's Son, Kick-Ass
S
Sarah Paulson
Carol, Run
C
Connie Nielsen
... Deborah Price

Wonder Woman, Nobody 2
P
Peter Fonda
Ghost Rider, The Trouble With Bliss
B
Bryan Bratt
W
Wendell Pierce
... Frank Legrand

Superman, Highest 2 Lowest

Who is making The Runner – Crew List

A look at The Runner behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Austin Stark last helmed Coup! and The God Committee. The film's writer Austin Stark last penned Coup! and The God Committee.

Director: Austin Stark
Screenwriter: Austin Stark
Producer: Glenn Williamson

Studios: Alchemy
Production Company: Back Lot Pictures
Paper Street Films

Production – What we know about the The Runner

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Jun 2015

Completed

Changed The Runner movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

May 2014

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for language and some sexual material
Runtime: 1 hr, 30 m
Tagline: Power always come at a price.
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

The Runner Trailers and Clips

The Runner

Theatrical Trailer

The Runner Release Date: When was the film released?

The Runner was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, August 7 , 2015. There were nine other movies released on the same date, including The Fantastic Four, The Gift and Shaun The Sheep Movie. As a limited release, The Runner was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

The Runner DVD & Blu-ray Release Date

The Runner is scheduled to be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Thursday, August 25, 2015. Availability may vary by region. Pre-order your copy of The Runner today on Amazon.

The Runner Digital Release Date

The Runner is coming out across all major streaming and cable platforms on Friday, August 7, 2015. Digital rental or purchase allows you to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on your favorite devices.