The Unknown Runner (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.7

Released in 2013, The Unknown Runner is a documentary film directed by Boudewijn de Kemp, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A STORY OF STRUGGLE, SACRIFICE AND DEDICATION Discover the world behind the Kenyan long-distance runners. See how they train, live an work hard to realize their dreams. Follow top athlete Geoffrey Kipsang. Watch him as he trains and paces for Haile Gebrselassie, and makes his debut at the 2012 Berlin Marathon.
Who’s in it. The Unknown Runner stars Geoffrey Kamworor as Self, Stephen Kiprotich as Self, Haile Gebrselassie as Self and Patrick Sang as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Unknown Runner has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus and Netflix Kids. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Unknown Runner page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Unknown Runner (2013)?
- In GB, The Unknown Runner is available to stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Unknown Runner worth watching?
- The Unknown Runner holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Unknown Runner?
- The Unknown Runner stars Geoffrey Kamworor, Stephen Kiprotich, Haile Gebrselassie and Patrick Sang.
- When was The Unknown Runner released?
- The Unknown Runner was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.
