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20261h 21mGreece

Running on Waves

Τρέχοντας τα κύματα

Synopsis

As Yorgos Papalios trains for the Athens Marathon, his remarkable life unfolds – from shipping dynasties and revolutionary Cuba to the shaping of Greek cinema and cultural policy – revealing a personal journey that echoes the modern history of Greece.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Yiannis Karapiperidis
Original Title
Τρέχοντας τα κύματα
Country of Origin
Greece
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 21m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Yiannis Karapiperidis

Department Leadership Roster

Yiannis Karapiperidis

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Running on Waves.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Running on Waves

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Running on Waves about?

As Yorgos Papalios trains for the Athens Marathon, his remarkable life unfolds – from shipping dynasties and revolutionary Cuba to the shaping of Greek cinema and cultural policy – revealing a personal journey that echoes the modern history of Greece.

Who directed Running on Waves?

Running on Waves was directed by Yiannis Karapiperidis.

Who stars in Running on Waves?

The principal cast of Running on Waves includes Giorgos Papalios, Theo Angelopoulos, Giorgos Arvanitis, Pantelis Voulgaris.

When was Running on Waves released and how long is it?

Running on Waves was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.