Running Scared
“Two of Chicago's finest?”
Synopsis
Two street-wise Chicago cops have to shake off some rust after returning from a Key West vacation to pursue a drug dealer that nearly killed them in the past.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-27
Top Cast
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Gregory Hines
Ray Hughes
Billy Crystal
Danny Costanzo
Steven Bauer
Det. Frank Sigliano
Darlanne Fluegel
Anna Costanzo
Joe Pantoliano
Snake
Dan Hedaya
Captain Logan
Jon Gries
Det. Tony Montoya
Tracy Reed
Maryann
Jimmy Smits
Julio Gonzales
John DiSanti
Vinnie
Larry Hankin
Ace
Don Calfa
Women's Room Lawyer
Robert Lesser
Supoena Lawyer
Betty Carvalho
Apartment Manager
Louis Perez
Thug
Etel Billig
Aunt Sophie
Meg Register
Julie
Deanna Dunagan
Sister Rebecca
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 27, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$38.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Hyams
- Screenplay & Story
- Gary DeVore, Jimmy Huston
- Original Score
- Rod Temperton, Udi Harpaz, Larry Williams
- Original Title
- Running Scared
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $38.5M
- Production Studios
- The Turman-Foster Company, David Foster Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Hyams
Gary DeVore, Jimmy Huston
Rod Temperton, Udi Harpaz, Larry Williams
Peter Hyams
James Mitchell
Peter Hyams, Lawrence Turman, David Foster
Department Leadership Roster
Gary DeVore
Screenplay
Jimmy Huston
Screenplay
Peter Hyams
Director
James Mitchell
Editor
Lawrence Turman
Producer
David Foster
Producer
Peter Hyams
Director of Photography
Rod Temperton
Original Music Composer
Albert Brenner
Production Design
Carey Loftin
Stunt Coordinator
Bill Couch
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Running Scared
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Running Scared about?
Two street-wise Chicago cops have to shake off some rust after returning from a Key West vacation to pursue a drug dealer that nearly killed them in the past.
Who directed Running Scared?
Running Scared was directed by Peter Hyams.
Who stars in Running Scared?
The principal cast of Running Scared includes Gregory Hines, Billy Crystal, Steven Bauer, Darlanne Fluegel, Joe Pantoliano.
When was Running Scared released and how long is it?
Running Scared was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did Running Scared make at the box office?
Running Scared grossed $38.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Running Scared?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Running Scared was composed by Rod Temperton, Udi Harpaz, Larry Williams.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Running Scared?
Running Scared holds official age classifications: AU: R18+ (Restricted — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).