Banzai Runner (1987): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1987 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1987, Banzai Runner is an action film directed by John G. Thomas, running about 88 minutes. “Where Speed Is The Only Thing That Counts” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Highway-Cop Billy Baxter (Dean Stockwell) lebt nur noch für die Rache an den Killern seines Bruders. Den haben die "Banzai Runner" auf dem Gewissen. Die reichen Typen machen sich einen Spaß daraus, nachts mit hochfrisierten Autos die vermeintlich leeren Straßen von Kalifornien entlang zu brettern. Weil auch seine Bosse mitmischen, muss Billy die Sache im Alleingang regeln. Seine Waffe: ein getarntes Super-Auto mit einem satten 600-PS-Motor…
Who’s in it. Banzai Runner stars Dean Stockwell as Billy Baxter, John Shepherd as Beck Baxter, Charles Dierkop as Traven and Barry Sattels as Osborne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Banzai Runner has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Banzai Runner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Banzai Runner tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Banzai Runner (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Banzai Runner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Banzai Runner worth watching?
- Banzai Runner holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Banzai Runner?
- Banzai Runner stars Dean Stockwell, John Shepherd, Charles Dierkop, Barry Sattels and Billy Drago.
- When was Banzai Runner released?
- Banzai Runner was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.