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The Runnin' Kind (1989)

R · 1989-09-08 · 1h 45m · EN
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The most rockin' American independent film in years!

As next in line to take over his father's law firm, Ohio rich kid Joey's life is all planned out. But a chance encounter with a gorgeous, free-spirited female rock drummer inspires Joey to chuck his plans and move to Los Angeles, where he hooks up with an all-girl rock band and learns the ins and outs of the L.A. music underground.

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Pleasant GehmanWriterMax TashDirector, Writer

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David PackerDavid PackerJoey CurtisSteven EckholdtSteven EckholdtShaunLarry CoxLarry CoxCarlBrie HowardBrie HowardThunderKenneth TigarKenneth TigarStan ShankKeith MillsKeith MillsMr. DicksteinSusan StrasbergSusan StrasbergCarol CurtisJuliette LewisJuliette LewisAmy CurtisJanakiJanakiJesseSusan UrsittiSusan UrsittiMarshaRic ManciniRic ManciniMr. TatagliaPleasant GehmanPleasant GehmanLinda

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · DramaDialogue densityComedy · DramaDirector preference392935Actor preference24401 · 261479 · 90935Country preferenceUsDecade preference1980

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Frequently asked questions about The Runnin' Kind

What is The Runnin' Kind about?

As next in line to take over his father's law firm, Ohio rich kid Joey's life is all planned out. But a chance encounter with a gorgeous, free-spirited female rock drummer inspires Joey to chuck his plans and move to Los Angeles, where he hooks up with an all-girl rock band and learns the ins and outs of the L.A. music underground.

How long is The Runnin' Kind?

The Runnin' Kind has a runtime of 105 minutes.