Run Hide Fight (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Run Hide Fight is a 2021 action film directed by Kyle Rankin, starring Thomas Jane as Todd Hull, Radha Mitchell and Isabel May. It runs 1 hour 49 minutes and earned $34,561 worldwide on a $2 million budget. Critics gave it 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 13 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 49m (109 min)
- Director
- Kyle Rankin
- Genre
- Action
- Original language
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English
- Budget
- $2M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Run Hide Fight About?
The premise of Run Hide Fight without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
While coping with personal loss during her last weeks of high school, Zoe finds herself in a terrifying situation when four attackers invade the campus with violent intentions. Forced to confront the danger, she uses her intelligence and courage to fight back, determined to protect herself and her classmates and escape the escalating violence.
Run Hide Fight Cast & Characters
Thomas Jane leads the cast as Todd Hull, with Radha Mitchell as Jennifer Hull and Isabel May as Zoe Hull. Directed by Kyle Rankin; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Kyle Rankin
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Thomas Jane as Todd Hull -
Radha Mitchell as Jennifer Hull - Isabel May as Zoe Hull
- Britton Sear as Chris Jelick
Also Starring in Run Hide Fight
· 6 more- Olly Sholotan Lewis Washington
- Eli Brown Tristan Voy
- Catherine Davis Anna Jelick
- Cyrus Arnold Kip Quade
- Treat Williams Sheriff Tarsy
- Barbara Crampton Mrs. Crawford
More from Kyle Rankin
More films directed by Kyle Rankin, best-rated first: The Battle of Shaker Heights, The Witch Files, Night of the Living Deb and Infestation.
Run Hide Fight Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Run Hide Fight 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 13 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 57/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).
Run Hide Fight Echo Score Breakdown
Run Hide Fight exhibits an uneven blend of effective action set pieces and problematic tonal shifts. While several reviewers commended its tension management and lead performance, others criticized the film’s tone-deaf premise and inconsistent messaging. The pacing and visual flair deliver occasional thrills, yet the underlying narrative lacks coherence. In synthesis, this result is a film that provides sporadic engagement but is undermined by its thematic and tonal inconsistencies.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
Regarding Art & Craft, the film demonstrates competent camera work and well-executed set pieces alongside measured editing. Praise centers on clear tension through tight framing and deliberate pacing, while critics note uneven directorial tone and occasional jarring scene transitions. Production design supports the thriller elements but lacks deeper integration with the narrative. Overall, the visual execution offers solid moments tempered by stylistic inconsistencies.
- Character & Emotion 65
In terms of Character & Emotion, the lead performance provides raw and believable stakes, generating viewer empathy through nuanced reactions. Secondary characters present mixed depth: some deliver emotional resonance, while others fall into clichéd archetypes. Dialogue occasionally undermines character motivations, reducing psychological engagement. Ultimately, the acting sparks interest but is constrained by inconsistent character development.
- Story & Flow 50
When it comes to Story & Flow, the narrative delivers early suspense and an engaging inciting sequence but struggles with coherent thematic unity. Pacing remains strong in action scenes, though tonal shifts disrupt momentum. Plot shifts and predictable tropes undercut originality, leading some viewers to find the storyline disjointed. Overall, the structure offers intermittent engagement but lacks consistent narrative coherence.
- Sensory Experience 65
In terms of Sensory Experience, Run Hide Fight employs a tense sound design and a driving score that heightens key moments. Visual style combines stark production design with focused cinematography to reinforce suspense. However, some scene transitions feel abrupt, and the soundtrack occasionally overpowers quieter emotional beats. Overall, the sensory elements contribute effectively to thrills, albeit with uneven integration.
- Rewatch Factor 50
Regarding Rewatch Factor, the film offers compelling action sequences that may encourage a second viewing for genre fans. The lead’s performance and standout set pieces provide replayable moments. Nevertheless, the sensitive subject matter and tonal unevenness could deter repeated viewings. In conclusion, viewers may revisit for specific sequences, but the overall appeal is likely limited on subsequent watches.
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Rotten Tomatoes 30% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 93%
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Metacritic 13 Metascore
User score 8.7
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TMDB 67% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
12 ratings
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Run Hide Fight Plot Summary
What happens in Run Hide Fight from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Zoe Hull, portrayed by Isabel May, is struggling to navigate the unforgiving terrain of high school life after the heart-wrenching loss of her mother, Jennifer. The bond with her father, Todd, played by Thomas Jane, has grown tenuous, leaving Zoe feeling isolated and unsupported. One fateful day on her way to school, she inadvertently stumbles upon a bizarre event involving Chris Jelick, portrayed by Britton Sear, who mischievously plants a mysterious device in a field, which Zoe brushes off as just another high school prank.
Full summary
The whole story of Run Hide Fight, scene by scene
Run Hide Fight Box Office & Budget
Run Hide Fight grossed $34,561 worldwide on a $2 million budget.
Worldwide gross
$34.6K
- International
- $34.6K
- Budget
- $2M
Run Hide Fight Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Behind the Scenes The Making Of 'RUN HIDE FIGHT' | Cast Interviews, Auditions, Behind-The-Scenes Footage
- Behind the Scenes Director Kyle Rankin Details How He Approached the Subject Matter of RUN HIDE FIGHT
- Behind the Scenes RUN HIDE FIGHT Cast Interviews | Isabel May, Eli Brown, Thomas Jane
How Well Do You Know Run Hide Fight?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who is the main character in 'Run Hide Fight'?
Cars in Run Hide Fight
38 cars on screen, including the 1983 Ford Econoline and the 2001 Ford F-250 Super Duty.
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1983 Ford Econoline Important role -
2001 Ford F-250 Super Duty Important role -
1988 Lincoln Town Car Important role -
2014 Chevrolet Silverado Minor role
Run Hide Fight Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Shelter” and “Uciekaj albo walcz”.
- Also known as
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- Shelter
- Uciekaj albo walcz
- Беги, прячься, бей
- Біжи, ховайся, бий
- ¡Corre
- Escóndete
- Pelea!
- 더 테러 라이브: 스쿨 어택
- Біжи Ховайся Бий
- Luchar o morir
- רוצי
- הסתתרי
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- הילחמי
- 校园大逃杀
- Trči, sakrij se, bori se
- Bėk, slėpkis, kovok
- Corre, escóndete, pelea
- Ne add fel
- Sobreviva ou Morra Tentando
- Chạy Trốn Đối Đầu
- 校園大逃殺
- بدو، پنهان شو، مبارزه کن
- Бягай, скрий се, бори се
- Run Hide Fight - Sotto assedio
- Uteč - schovej se - bojuj
- Koş Saklan Dövüş
- ラン・ハイド・ファイト
- Fugi, ascunde-te și luptă!
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Run Hide Fight FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Run Hide Fight, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Run Hide Fight?
Run Hide Fight runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
When was Run Hide Fight released?
Run Hide Fight was released on January 15, 2021.
Who directed Run Hide Fight?
Run Hide Fight was directed by Kyle Rankin.
More films by Kyle Rankin Who is in the cast of Run Hide Fight?
Run Hide Fight stars Thomas Jane as Todd Hull, Radha Mitchell as Jennifer Hull and Isabel May as Zoe Hull, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Run Hide Fight make at the box office?
Run Hide Fight grossed $34,561 worldwide on a budget of $2 million.
How is Run Hide Fight rated?
Run Hide Fight has 30% on Rotten Tomatoes, 13 on Metacritic, 67% on TMDB and 2.6/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Run Hide Fight have a post-credit scene?
No. Run Hide Fight has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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