Born to Run (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film · ★ 6.2

Born to Run poster

Released in 1993, Born to Run is an action and tv movie film directed by Albert Magnoli, running about 97 minutes. “Car Accident, Automobile Racing” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An outlaw drag racer (Richard Grieco) tries to save his brother (Jay Acovone) from a crime boss (Joe Cortese) in Brooklyn.

Who’s in it. Born to Run stars Richard Grieco as Nicky Donatello, Jay Acovone as Richie, Shelli Lether as Sally and Joe Cortese as Phil, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Born to Run has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Born to Run page.

If you liked it. Fans of Born to Run tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Born to Run (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Born to Run change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Born to Run worth watching?
Born to Run holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Born to Run?
Born to Run stars Richard Grieco, Jay Acovone, Shelli Lether, Joe Cortese and Christian Campbell.
When was Born to Run released?
Born to Run was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.