
Dick Van Dyke portrays a priest who finds himself charged with the murder of a nun, launching a tense courtroom and community drama. Directed by Stanley Kramer, the 1979 film also features strong performances by Kathleen Quinlan, Maureen Stapleton, Ray Bolger, Beau Bridges and Tammy Grimes, adding depth to the moral and emotional conflicts.
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Explore the complete cast of The Runner Stumbles, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

Maureen Stapleton
Mrs. Shandig

Dick Van Dyke
Father Brian Rivard

Beau Bridges
Toby Felker

Ray Bolger
Monsignor Nicholson

Kathleen Quinlan
Sister Rita

Tammy Grimes
Erna Webber

Billy Jayne
James

Casey Kramer
Marie

Zoaunne LeRoy
Sister Martha

Allen Nause
Prosecutor

Jim Doyle
Matt Webber

Randy Johnson
Kid

Kat Kramer
Sophie

John Procaccino
Amos

Ted D'Arms
Sheriff

Marneen Fields
Sick Nun (Uncredited)

Larry Buck
Fire Chief

Jock Dove
Doctor McNabb

Marguerite Morrissey
Sister Immaculata

Don Riley
Maurice Prindle

Kendall Kay Munsey
Louise Donnelly

Bill Dore
Judge

Jamie Bednar
Kid

Jeanne Bednar
Kid

Jed Burke
Kid

Marguerite Carson
Kid

Carrie Bush
Kid

Jill Ficca
Kid

Tony Ficca
Kid

Tabetha Hanson
Kid

Sean Hunt
Kid

Debbie Krahenbuhl
Kid

Jennifer Kramer
Kid

Daniel Kutz
Kid

Roger Osmonovich
Kid

Jamie Montgomery
Kid

Duane Soderstrom
Kid

Lorna Kay Vose
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