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Running Scared (2006)

“Every bullet leaves a trail.”

7.0/10 · 1,211 votes 2h 2m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#55 of 217 films from 2006 #613 of 2168 in action

Directed by Wayne Kramer · Written by Wayne Kramer

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Overview

A low-ranking thug is entrusted by his boss to dispose of a gun that killed corrupt cops, but things spiral out of control when the gun ends up in wrong hands.

Cast

Paul Walkeras Joey Gazelle
Cameron Brightas Oleg Yugorsky
Vera Farmigaas Teresa Gazelle
Chazz Palminterias Detective Rydell
Karel Rodenas Anzor Yugorsky
Johnny Messneras Tommy 'Tombs' Perello
Ivana Miličevićas Mila Yugorsky
Alex Neubergeras Nicky Gazelle
Michael Cudlitzas Sal "Gummy Bear" Franzone
Bruce Altmanas Dez
Elizabeth Mitchellas Edele
Arthur J. Nascarellaas Frankie Perello
John Nobleas Ivan Yugorsky
Idalis DeLeonas Divina

Facts

Release dateJanuary 6, 2006
Runtime122 min (2h 2m) — longer as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$17,000,000
Box office$9,500,000 (0.6× budget)
IMDbtt0404390

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Questions

How long is Running Scared?
Running Scared runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Is Running Scared worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 1,211 votes, which places it #55 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 75%) and #613 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Running Scared?
Running Scared was directed by Wayne Kramer.
Who stars in Running Scared?
Paul Walker as Joey Gazelle; Cameron Bright as Oleg Yugorsky; Vera Farmiga as Teresa Gazelle; Chazz Palminteri as Detective Rydell; Karel Roden as Anzor Yugorsky; Johnny Messner as Tommy 'Tombs' Perello.
What is Running Scared rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Running Scared?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5865.

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