Johnny on the Run
Synopsis
A Polish boy runs away from his unkind foster mother in Edinburgh and finds a new home in a lakeside village for orphans of all nations, after encountering trouble through his innocent implication in a robbery.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Gilbert
- Screenplay & Story
- Patricia Latham
- Original Score
- Antony Hopkins
- Original Title
- Johnny on the Run
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Children's Film Foundation (CFF), International Realist
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Gilbert
Patricia Latham
Antony Hopkins
Monica Kimick
Lewis Gilbert
Department Leadership Roster
Bernard Robinson
Production Design
Lewis Gilbert
Director
Monica Kimick
Editor
Lewis Gilbert
Producer
Patricia Latham
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johnny on the Run
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Johnny on the Run about?
A Polish boy runs away from his unkind foster mother in Edinburgh and finds a new home in a lakeside village for orphans of all nations, after encountering trouble through his innocent implication in a robbery.
Who directed Johnny on the Run?
Johnny on the Run was directed by Lewis Gilbert.
Who stars in Johnny on the Run?
The principal cast of Johnny on the Run includes Eugeniusz Chylek, Sydney Tafler, Michael Balfour, Edna Wynn, John Gilbert.
When was Johnny on the Run released and how long is it?
Johnny on the Run was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Johnny on the Run?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Johnny on the Run was composed by Antony Hopkins.