Running Man (2013): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Running Man is a 2013 action thriller directed by Jo Dong-oh, starring Shin Ha-kyun as Cha Jong-woo, Lee Tae-ri and Oh Jung-se. It runs 2 hours 7 minutes and earned $8.9 million worldwide. Stream it on Hoopla.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 7m (127 min)
- Director
- Jo Dong-oh
- Original language
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Korean - Studio
- 20th Century Fox Korea
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Running Man About?
The premise of Running Man without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A man who wrongly accused as a murderer know nothing but just running from everyone who want to catch him. Can he reveal the truth before things getting worst?
Where to Watch Running Man
Stream it on Hoopla. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Running Man Cast & Characters
Shin Ha-kyun leads the cast as Cha Jong-woo, with Lee Tae-ri as Cha Gi-hyuk and Oh Jung-se as Jang Do-sik. Directed by Jo Dong-oh; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jo Dong-oh
- Shin Ha-kyun as Cha Jong-woo
- Lee Tae-ri as Cha Gi-hyuk
- Oh Jung-se as Jang Do-sik
- Kim Sang-ho as Ahn Sang-ki
Also Starring in Running Man
· 4 more- Kim Eui-sung Mr. Kim
- Cho Eun-ji Park Sun-young
- Joo Hyun Pastor Moon
- Park Sang-wook Beard
Running Man Plot Summary
What happens in Running Man 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
Jong-Woo, portrayed by Shin Ha-kyun, is a man with a troubled past, having been incarcerated four times for minor offenses such as burglary and auto theft. Despite those setbacks, he is now attempting to turn his life around as an auto mechanic. Jong-Woo is a father to a 17-year-old son named Gi-Hyuk, played by Lee Tae-ri, but their relationship is strained, filled with misunderstandings and tension. While Jong-Woo might come off as an irresponsible parent, he genuinely strives to provide for his son, even going so far as to work additional hours as a private taxi driver to make ends meet.
Full summary
The whole story of Running Man, scene by scene
Running Man Box Office
Running Man grossed $8.9 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$8.9M
- International
- $8.9M
How Well Do You Know Running Man?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the film's main character?
Running Man Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Runningman” and “Reonningmaen”.
- Also known as
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- Runningman
- Reonningmaen
- 落跑老爸
- Беглец
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Running Man FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Running Man, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Running Man?
Running Man runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
When was Running Man released?
Running Man was released on April 3, 2013.
Who directed Running Man?
Running Man was directed by Jo Dong-oh.
Who is in the cast of Running Man?
Running Man stars Shin Ha-kyun as Cha Jong-woo, Lee Tae-ri as Cha Gi-hyuk and Oh Jung-se as Jang Do-sik, among 8 credited actors.
Where can I watch Running Man?
In the US, Running Man is streaming on Hoopla (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Running Man make at the box office?
Running Man grossed $8.9 million worldwide.
Does Running Man have a post-credit scene?
No. Running Man has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Running Man in?
The original language of Running Man is Korean.
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