Run for Your Life (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film
Released in 1997, Run for Your Life is a notable film directed by Yves Boisset.
What it’s about. Nicolas, 13 years old, lives in a suburb north of Paris with his mother, a cleaning lady, and his older sister, a cashier in a supermarket. Left to his own devices, he and his friends have created a fearless gang that does not hesitate to travel to the capital to commit petty theft. The young boy, who attends a special education section, does not expect much from school. Everything changes with the arrival of a new teacher, who immediately seduces some of the students, including Nicolas, whom the young woman does not hesitate to welcome into her home to bring him up to speed. Nicolas makes lightning progress. But his momentum is broken by an event as painful as it is unexpected.
Who’s in it. Run for Your Life stars Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Élisabeth Vitali and Jean Yanne.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Run for Your Life page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Run for Your Life (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Run for Your Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Run for Your Life?
- Run for Your Life stars Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Élisabeth Vitali and Jean Yanne.
- When was Run for Your Life released?
- Run for Your Life was released in 1997.