Running with Scissors (2006): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Running with Scissors is a 2006 comedy drama directed by Ryan Murphy, starring Alec Baldwin, Brian Cox and Annette Bening. It is based on Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs. It runs 1 hour 56 minutes and earned $7.5 million worldwide. It earned 2 award nominations, including Best Young Actor at the Critics' Choice 2007. Critics gave it 52 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 56m (116 min)
- Director
- Ryan Murphy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TriStar Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Running with Scissors About?
The premise of Running with Scissors without spoilers, adapted from Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young boy's life takes an unexpected turn when his mother, struggling with her own issues, places him in the care of a peculiar psychiatrist. He’s thrust into the therapist’s chaotic and unconventional household, filled with eccentric personalities and unusual behavior. Augusten Burroughs must navigate this bizarre new world, confronting the challenges of family, identity, and growing up in a deeply unconventional environment.
Running with Scissors Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- gay couple
- gay character
- gay
- gay interest
- gay son
- gay teenager
- gay brother
- down syndrome
- toilet
- watching tv
- cool
- eccentric family
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- boy
- writer cameo appearance
- homosexual character
- mustached man
- breaking a glass door
- lesbian character
- neighbor neighbor relationship
- writer
- fame
- writing
- alcoholic
- therapist
- dream
- cosmetology
- school
- journal
- poet
- divorce
- adopted son
- pet
- based on autobiography
- bad mother
- coming of age
- cigarette lighter
- reference to nat king cole
- reference to golda meir
- anger
- phone hang up
- policeman
- toothpaste
- birthday candle
- restaurant
- snowing
- prologue
- tab the drink
- rage
- doctor
- reference to queen elizabeth ii
Running with Scissors Cast
Alec Baldwin leads the cast, with Brian Cox and Annette Bening. Directed by Ryan Murphy; 5 actors are credited in all.
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Director Ryan Murphy
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Running with Scissors Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Running with Scissors 52 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 52 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 58% User score
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Running with Scissors Plot Summary
What happens in Running with Scissors from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the chaotic journey of Augusten Burroughs unfolds, his mother, Deirdre, a frustrated poet, navigates through life with unpredictable mood swings that turn their home into a tumultuous environment. Her volatile behavior and explosive temper create an atmosphere thick with anxiety, leaving young Augusten feeling perpetually unsafe. Meanwhile, his father, Norman, whom the narrative portrays as an enabler grappling with his own inner demons, is rendered impotent against Deirdre’s erratic outbursts. Caught in a web of constant turmoil, Augusten feels the impact of their toxic dynamics as a teenager, where each interaction brims with tension.
Full summary
The whole story of Running with Scissors, scene by scene
Running with Scissors Box Office
Running with Scissors grossed $7.5 million worldwide. $7 million came from the US and Canada and $437,970 (6%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$7.5M
- US & Canada
- $7M
- International
- $438K
Running with Scissors Awards & Nominations
Running with Scissors earned 2 award nominations, including Best Young Actor at the Critics' Choice 2007. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.
2 nominations2 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2007 1 nomination- Nominated Best Young Actor – Joseph Cross
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Golden Globes 2007 1 nomination- Nominated Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy – Annette Bening
Running with Scissors Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Running with Scissors.
How Well Do You Know Running with Scissors?
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 Augusten's mother?
Cars in Running with Scissors
15 cars on screen, including the 1968 Ford Country Squire and the 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.
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1968 Ford Country Squire Main role -
1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Important role -
1966 Buick Wildcat Minor role -
1967 GMC TDH 4521 Minor role
Running with Scissors Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Kés, villa, olló” and “Krass! - Running with Scissors”.
- Also known as
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- Kés, villa, olló
- Krass! - Running with Scissors
- 러닝 위드 씨저스
- Det är nåt som inte stämmer
- Krass
- Correndo con le forbici in mano
- Elde Makas Koşmak
- Courir avec des ciseaux
- Recortes de mi vida
- Бегом с ножницами
- Hlava nehlava
- Correndo com Tesouras
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- לרוץ עם מספריים
- Οικογένεια της Συμφοράς
- 러닝 위드 시저스
- С ножица в ръка
- Biegając z nożyczkami
- Біг з ножицями
- 夹缝求生
- ハサミを持って突っ走る
- Juoksee saksien kanssa
- Retalls de la meva vida
- ครอบครัวเพี้ยน ไม่ต้องบำบัด
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Running with Scissors FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Running with Scissors, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Running with Scissors?
Running with Scissors runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
When was Running with Scissors released?
Running with Scissors was released on October 20, 2006.
Who directed Running with Scissors?
Running with Scissors was directed by Ryan Murphy.
More films by Ryan Murphy Who is in the cast of Running with Scissors?
Running with Scissors stars Alec Baldwin, Brian Cox and Annette Bening, among 5 credited actors.
How much did Running with Scissors make at the box office?
Running with Scissors grossed $7.5 million worldwide ($7 million domestic, $437,970 international).
How is Running with Scissors rated?
Running with Scissors has 52 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Is Running with Scissors based on a book?
Yes. Running with Scissors is adapted from Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs.
Was Running with Scissors nominated for any awards?
Running with Scissors received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
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