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Nowhere to Run (1993)

โ€œWhen the law can't protect the innocent, the only hero left is an outlaw.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 860 votes 1h 34m r ActionThrillerRomanceDrama

#65 of 97 films from 1993 #1025 of 2168 in action

Directed by Robert Harmon ยท Written by Joe Eszterhas, Leslie Bohem, Randy Feldman, Richard Marquand

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Overview

Escaped convict Sam Gillen single-handedly takes on ruthless developers who are determined to evict a widow with two young children.

Cast

Jean-Claude Van Dammeas Sam Gillen
Rosanna Arquetteas Clydie Anderson
Kieran Culkinas Mike 'Mookie' Anderson
Ted Levineas Mr. Dunston
Tiffany Taubmanas Bree Anderson
Edward Blatchfordas Sheriff Lonnie Cole
Anthony Starkeas Billy
Joss Acklandas Franklin Hale
Allan Grafas Bus Driver
Leonard Termoas Bus Guard
Peter Malotaas Prisoner
Robert Apisaas Prisoner
Jophery C. Brownas Prisoner
Tony Brubakeras Prisoner

Facts

Release dateJanuary 15, 1993
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) โ€” shorter as the 1993 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$64,000,000 (4.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0107711

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Questions

How long is Nowhere to Run?
Nowhere to Run runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is Nowhere to Run worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 860 votes, which places it #65 of 97 films released in 1993 in this index (top 34%) and #1025 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Nowhere to Run?
Nowhere to Run was directed by Robert Harmon. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Hitcher (1986).
Who stars in Nowhere to Run?
Jean-Claude Van Damme as Sam Gillen; Rosanna Arquette as Clydie Anderson; Kieran Culkin as Mike 'Mookie' Anderson; Ted Levine as Mr. Dunston; Tiffany Taubman as Bree Anderson; Edward Blatchford as Sheriff Lonnie Cole.
What is Nowhere to Run rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Nowhere to Run?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14192.

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