Off and Running (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1991, Off and Running is a comedy, thriller and drama film directed by Ed Bianchi, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Cyndi Lauper stars as a performing mermaid in a Miami nightclub who ends up on the wrong end of a murder. On the run carrying a locket that people seem to be getting killed for, she runs into an ex-golfer and a wisecracking kid who might just be able to bail her out of this wacky nightmare.
Who’s in it. Off and Running stars Cyndi Lauper as Cyd Morse, David Keith as Jack Cornett, Johnny Pinto as Pompey and David Thornton as Reese, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Off and Running has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Off and Running page.
If you liked it. Fans of Off and Running tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Off and Running (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Off and Running change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Off and Running worth watching?
- Off and Running holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Off and Running?
- Off and Running stars Cyndi Lauper, David Keith, Johnny Pinto, David Thornton and Richard Belzer.
- When was Off and Running released?
- Off and Running was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.