Runaway
Synopsis
After witnessing the accidental death of a friend who was attempting to rescue him from bullies, an African-American boy blames himself and, stricken with guilt, hides out among underground street people in New York.
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Runaway - Charles Dutton, Jasmine Guy, Lucas, Eagle Eye Cherry, Gavin Allen
Type: Clip • Published 2021-04-25
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gilbert Moses
- Screenplay & Story
- Delle Chatman, Lonne Elder III
- Original Title
- Runaway
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- WonderWorks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilbert Moses
Delle Chatman, Lonne Elder III, Felice Holman
Department Leadership Roster
Delle Chatman
Screenplay
Lonne Elder III
Screenplay
Gilbert Moses
Director
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What is Runaway about?
After witnessing the accidental death of a friend who was attempting to rescue him from bullies, an African-American boy blames himself and, stricken with guilt, hides out among underground street people in New York.
Who directed Runaway?
Runaway was directed by Gilbert Moses.
Who stars in Runaway?
The principal cast of Runaway includes Charles S. Dutton, Jasmine Guy, Gavin Allen, Akili Prince, Manuel Feliciano.
When was Runaway released and how long is it?
Runaway was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 58m.
Is Runaway based on a book or true story?
Runaway is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Felice Holman".