Running on Empty(1988)

They chose their lives. Now their son must choose his.

7.4(372)1h 56mSeptember 9, 1988

Synopsis

The Popes are a family who haven't been able to use their real identity for years. In the late sixties, the parents set a weapons lab afire in an effort to hinder the government's Vietnam war campaign. Ever since then, the Popes have been on the run with the authorities never far behind. Their survival is threatened when their eldest son falls in love with a girl, and announces his wish to live his life on his own terms.

Directed by Sidney Lumet

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Christine Lahti

Annie Pope

River Phoenix

Danny Pope

Judd Hirsch

Arthur Pope

Jonas Abry

Harry Pope

Martha Plimpton

Lorna Phillips

Ed Crowley

Mr. Phillips

L.M. Kit Carson

Gus Winant

Steven Hill

Donald Patterson

Augusta Dabney

Abigail Patterson

David Margulies

Dr. Jonah Reiff

Lynne Thigpen

Contact at Eldridge St.

Marcia Jean Kurtz

School Clerk

Sloane Shelton

Mrs. Phillips

Justine Johnston

Librarian

Herb Lovelle

Hospital Clerk

Bobo Lewis

Home Ec Teacher

Ronnie Gilbert

Mrs. Taylor

Leila Danette

Maid

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Where can I watch Running on Empty?+

Running on Empty is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.

When did Running on Empty come out?+

Running on Empty was released in 1988.

How long is Running on Empty?+

Running on Empty runs for 116 minutes (1 hour and 56 minutes).

Who directed Running on Empty?+

Running on Empty was directed by Sidney Lumet.

Who stars in Running on Empty?+

Running on Empty stars Christine Lahti, River Phoenix, Judd Hirsch, Jonas Abry and Martha Plimpton.

Is Running on Empty worth watching?+

Running on Empty holds a 7.4/10 rating from 372 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama, romance and crime.

Running on Empty(1988)

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