The Runner (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1992, The Runner is an action and thriller film directed by Chris Jones. “There is no ticket out” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of journalists used to covering international war zones travel to a remote island on a no holds barred survival training course which swiftly gets out of hand under the tuition of two unhinged ex-military types. Running in the background, we hear news of impending nuclear war, which further affects the behaviour of the crazy 'tutors'.
Who’s in it. The Runner stars Terence Ford as Jack Slater, Paris Jefferson as Kath Hanzaker, Andrew Mitchell as Sean McBain and Ivan Rogers as Lewis T. Holden.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Runner sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Runner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Runner 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 The Runner (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Runner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Runner worth watching?
- The Runner holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Runner?
- The Runner stars Terence Ford, Paris Jefferson, Andrew Mitchell and Ivan Rogers.