The Great Runaway (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, The Great Runaway is a drama film directed by Marianne Lüdcke, running about 271 minutes.
What it’s about. A miniseries about a pair of teenagers living in a slum at the fringes of Berlin. Alcoholism, prostitution, and violence are just a few of the themes of the three movies.
Who’s in it. The Great Runaway stars Richy Müller as Richy, Jochen Schroeder as Schocker, Hanna Schygulla as Frau Piesch and Adriane Rimscha as Elli Gruen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Runaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Runaway tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Runaway (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Runaway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Runaway?
- The Great Runaway stars Richy Müller, Jochen Schroeder, Hanna Schygulla, Adriane Rimscha and Günter Lamprecht.
- When was The Great Runaway released?
- The Great Runaway was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 271 minutes.