Running Scared
Synopsis
When an undergraduate commits suicide, his best friend is sent down from university because he did nothing to prevent the death, which he felt was a choice his friend had a right to make.
Top Cast
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Robert Powell
Tom Betancourt
Gayle Hunnicutt
Ellen Case
Barry Morse
Mr. Case
Stephanie Bidmead
Mrs. Case
Edward Underdown
Mr. Betancourt
Maxine Audley
Mrs. Betancourt
Georgia Brown
Sarah
Ben Howard
Charlie
Paul Williamson
John
John Bailey
Inspector
John Franklyn-Robbins
Dean
Terrence Hardiman
Doctor
Bernard Kay
Mr. Willis
Andy Bradford
Casey
Joseph Greig
Porter
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Hemmings
- Screenplay & Story
- David Hemmings, Clive Exton
- Original Score
- Michael J. Lewis
- Original Title
- Running Scared
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Hemmings
David Hemmings, Clive Exton, Hugo Butler, Gregory McDonald
Michael J. Lewis
Ernest Day
Ralph Sheldon
Gareth Wigan, Stanley O'Toole
Department Leadership Roster
David Hemmings
Screenplay
Clive Exton
Screenplay
David Hemmings
Director
Ernest Day
Director of Photography
Ralph Sheldon
Editor
Gareth Wigan
Producer
Stanley O'Toole
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Running Scared
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Running Scared about?
When an undergraduate commits suicide, his best friend is sent down from university because he did nothing to prevent the death, which he felt was a choice his friend had a right to make.
Who directed Running Scared?
Running Scared was directed by David Hemmings.
Who stars in Running Scared?
The principal cast of Running Scared includes Robert Powell, Gayle Hunnicutt, Barry Morse, Stephanie Bidmead, Edward Underdown.
When was Running Scared released and how long is it?
Running Scared was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Running Scared?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Running Scared was composed by Michael J. Lewis.
Is Running Scared based on a book or true story?
Running Scared is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gregory McDonald".