Running Mates
Synopsis
Main opponents at the mayor's election in Nashville are the middle-class Jones and rich Adams. Their children, 21 years old Thommy Lee and 17 years old Elisabeth Adams, meet each other in a bar and are immediately sympathetic. But when her father sees him on a party of her's, he almost throws him out - afraid of being spied on - and later prohibits her any further contact. The two continue meeting nevertheless and develop a romantic relationship. But they can't keep it secret for very long and eventually get drawn into an intrigue against Elizabeth's father.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 26, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas L. Neff
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas L. Neff
- Original Title
- Running Mates
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas L. Neff
Thomas L. Neff
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Thomas L. Neff
Director
Thomas L. Neff
Writer
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What is Running Mates about?
Main opponents at the mayor's election in Nashville are the middle-class Jones and rich Adams. Their children, 21 years old Thommy Lee and 17 years old Elisabeth Adams, meet each other in a bar and are immediately sympathetic. But when her father sees him on a party of her's, he almost throws him out - afraid of being spied on - and later prohibits her any further contact. The two continue meeting nevertheless and develop a romantic relationship. But they can't keep it secret for very long and eventually get drawn into an intrigue against Elizabeth's father.
Who directed Running Mates?
Running Mates was directed by Thomas L. Neff.
Who stars in Running Mates?
The principal cast of Running Mates includes J. Don Ferguson, Bob Hannah, Greg Webb, Barbara Howard, Mac Bennett.
When was Running Mates released and how long is it?
Running Mates was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.