Woman on the Run
“As Startling as Your OWN Scream in the Night!”
Synopsis
Frank Johnson, a sole witness to a gangland murder, goes into hiding and is trailed by Police Inspector Ferris, on the theory that Frank is trying to escape from possible retaliation. Frank's wife, Eleanor, suspects he is actually running away from their unsuccessful marriage. Aided by a newspaperman, Danny Leggett, Eleanor sets out to locate her husband. The killer is also looking for him, and keeps close tabs on Eleanor.
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Woman on the Run (1950) | Starring Ann Sheridan - Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-10
Top Cast
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Ann Sheridan
Eleanor Johnson
Dennis O'Keefe
Dan Legget
Robert Keith
Inspector Martin Ferris
John Qualen
Maibus
Frank Jenks
Detective Homer Shaw
Ross Elliott
Frank Johnson
Jane Liddell
Messenger Girl
Joan Shawlee
Blonde
J. Farrell MacDonald
Cap, the Retired Ferryboat Captain
Steven Geray
Dr. Arnold Hohler
Victor Sen Yung
Sammy Chung
Reiko Sato
Suzie
Syd Saylor
Sullivan
Tom Dillon
Joe Gordon
Frank Baker
Morgue Attendant (uncredited)
Steve Carruthers
Optometrist (uncredited)
Spencer Chan
Chinese Waiter (uncredited)
Mike Donovan
Irish Cop (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Boston, Massachusetts
Festival / Special Debut
November 29, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 25, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Campbell, Norman Foster
- Original Score
- Emil Newman, Arthur Lange
- Original Title
- Woman on the Run
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- Fidelity Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Foster
Alan Campbell, Norman Foster, Ross Hunter, Sylvia Tate
Emil Newman, Arthur Lange
Hal Mohr
Otto Ludwig
Howard Welsch
Department Leadership Roster
Emil Newman
Original Music Composer
Alan Campbell
Screenplay
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
Norman Foster
Director
Otto Ludwig
Editor
Howard Welsch
Producer
Norman Foster
Screenplay
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Woman on the Run
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What is Woman on the Run about?
Frank Johnson, a sole witness to a gangland murder, goes into hiding and is trailed by Police Inspector Ferris, on the theory that Frank is trying to escape from possible retaliation. Frank's wife, Eleanor, suspects he is actually running away from their unsuccessful marriage. Aided by a newspaperman, Danny Leggett, Eleanor sets out to locate her husband. The killer is also looking for him, and keeps close tabs on Eleanor.
Who directed Woman on the Run?
Woman on the Run was directed by Norman Foster.
Who stars in Woman on the Run?
The principal cast of Woman on the Run includes Ann Sheridan, Dennis O'Keefe, Robert Keith, John Qualen, Frank Jenks.
When was Woman on the Run released and how long is it?
Woman on the Run was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Woman on the Run?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Woman on the Run was composed by Emil Newman, Arthur Lange.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Woman on the Run?
Woman on the Run holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).