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Runaway Train (1985)

โ€œDesperate, and determined to survive.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 686 votes 1h 51m r ActionAdventureThrillerDrama

#23 of 67 films from 1985 #637 of 2168 in action

Directed by Andrei Konchalovsky ยท Written by Edward Bunker, Djordje Milicevic, Paul Zindel, Hideo Oguni

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Overview

A hardened convict and a younger prisoner escape from a brutal prison in the middle of winter only to find themselves on an out-of-control train with a female railway worker while being pursued by the vengeful head of security.

Cast

Jon Voightas Oscar 'Manny' Manheim
Eric Robertsas Buck
Rebecca De Mornayas Sara
Kyle T. Heffneras Frank Barstow
John P. Ryanas Ranken
T.K. Carteras Dave Prince
Kenneth McMillanas Eddie MacDonald
Stacey Pickrenas Ruby
Walter Wyattas Conlan
Edward Bunkeras Jonah
Reid Cruickshanksas Al Turner
Dan Wrayas Fat Con
Michael Lee Goginas Short Con
John Bloomas Tall Con

Facts

Release dateNovember 15, 1985
Runtime111 min (1h 51m) โ€” about the same as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$9,000,000
Box office$7,936,012 (0.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0089941

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Questions

How long is Runaway Train?
Runaway Train runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Is Runaway Train worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 686 votes, which places it #23 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 67%) and #637 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Runaway Train?
Runaway Train was directed by Andrei Konchalovsky. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Tango & Cash (1989).
Who stars in Runaway Train?
Jon Voight as Oscar 'Manny' Manheim; Eric Roberts as Buck; Rebecca De Mornay as Sara; Kyle T. Heffner as Frank Barstow; John P. Ryan as Ranken; T.K. Carter as Dave Prince.
What is Runaway Train rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Runaway Train?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17444.

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