Running Scared (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Running Scared is a 1986 action thriller directed by Peter Hyams, starring Billy Crystal, Joe Pantoliano and Steven Bauer. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $38.5 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Original Song at the Golden Globes 1987. Critics gave it 49 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 47m (107 min)
- Director
- Peter Hyams
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Running Scared About?
The premise of Running Scared without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Joey Gazelle, a small-time mobster, finds his world thrown into chaos when a stash of illegal guns is stolen. A troubled young boy, Oleg, unexpectedly uses one of the weapons to eliminate a powerful Russian mobster, further complicating matters. As Joey desperately tries to recover the firearm and control the fallout, he becomes entangled in a dangerous game involving corrupt detectives and rival gangsters, all while struggling to keep his own life from unraveling.
Running Scared Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- shootout
- gunfight
- funeral
- reference to al capone
- reference to elliot ness
- reference to peter pan
- reference to michaelangelo
- reference to james bond
- reference to dirty harry
- reference to clint eastwood
- reference to arnold schwarzenegger
- impersonation
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- scene during opening credits
- freeze frame
- swordfish
- rollerskating
- cult film
- electronic music score
- 1980s
- f word
- wisecrack humor
- machismo
- italian american
- african american
- roller skates
- opening action scene
- beard
- foot chase
- loud shirt
- police chase
- fishing
- fishing boat
- gun battle
- police shootout
- street shootout
- montage
- shot in the chest
- shot to death
- villain not really dead cliche
- pistol
- revolver
- sailboat
- shotgun
- showdown
- final showdown
- woman in jeopardy
- damsel in distress
- falling from height
- urban setting
- police captain
Running Scared Cast
Billy Crystal leads the cast, with Joe Pantoliano and Steven Bauer. Directed by Peter Hyams; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Peter Hyams
Also Starring in Running Scared
· 6 moreRunning Scared Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Running Scared 49 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
User score 6.0
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TMDB 60% User score
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Running Scared Plot Summary
What happens in Running Scared from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois, two undercover police detectives, Danny Costanzo and Ray Hughes, find themselves embroiled in a gripping confrontation with criminals during an unexpected incident. The duo spots two notorious criminals, Julio Gonzales and Snake, as they exit their luxurious Mercedes-Benz. As Gonzales recognizes the officers, he quickly retreats back into the car, leaving Snake holding a mysterious attaché case. With adrenaline pumping, Snake dashes to his third-floor apartment, pursued closely by Danny and Ray, who are determined to uncover the secrets held within the case.
Full summary
The whole story of Running Scared, scene by scene
Running Scared Box Office
Running Scared grossed $38.5 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$38.5M
- US & Canada
- $38.5M
Running Scared Awards & Nominations
Running Scared earned 1 award nomination, including Best Original Song at the Golden Globes 1987.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 1987 1 nomination- Nominated Best Original Song – Rod Temperton
Running Scared Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 clips.
- Clip Briefcase Full Of Cash
- Clip No Pants, No Negotiation
- Clip Car Chase On The Train Tracks
How Well Do You Know Running Scared?
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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- Question 10: not answered
Who plays the character Danny Costanzo?
Cars in Running Scared
89 cars on screen, including the 1981 Chevrolet Impala and the 1981 Chevrolet Impala.
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1981 Chevrolet Impala Main role -
1981 Chevrolet Impala Main role -
1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Important role -
1984 Mercedes-Benz 380 SE W126 Important role
Running Scared Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “Deux Flics a Chicago” and “Біжи не озираючись”.
- Also known as
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- Deux Flics a Chicago
- Біжи не озираючись
- Diese Zwei sind nicht zu fassen
- Zapomnieć o strachu
- Halálos hajsza
- Kaçış
- Deux flics à Chicago
- Apunta, dispara y corre
- Una perfetta coppia di svitati
- Rémült rohanás
- Dois Policiais em Apuros
- Біжи і не озирайся
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- Бягащ до смърт
- Беги без оглядки
- Byens hurtigste strømere
- 双星赶月
- Δύο Λαγωνικά από το Σικάγο
- Skjut inte på min kompis
- מבוהלים בשטח
- 필사의 도주
- 2 policias en apuros
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Running Scared FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Running Scared, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Running Scared?
Running Scared runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
When was Running Scared released?
Running Scared was released on June 27, 1986.
Who directed Running Scared?
Running Scared was directed by Peter Hyams.
More films by Peter Hyams Who is in the cast of Running Scared?
Running Scared stars Billy Crystal, Joe Pantoliano and Steven Bauer, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Running Scared make at the box office?
Running Scared grossed $38.5 million worldwide.
How is Running Scared rated?
Running Scared has 49 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.
Was Running Scared nominated for any awards?
Running Scared received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Running Scared have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Running Scared has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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